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I eat a lot but poo very little
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Eat more fiber: Your body is an amazing digestion machine. If you are eating mostly meat and carbs, there is not going to be much leftover! poop is made up of mostly fiber residue (roughage), bacteria, GI secretions and water. I suspect you are not eating enough fruits and vegetables to give bulk to your stool. I recommend 25-30 grams of fiber per day.
Answered 12/13/2020
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Increase fiber intak: You may need to increase your intake of dietary fiber by increasing the consumption of vegetables and beans, making sure to take out equivalent calories from other foods. You could take a fiber supplement like metamucil.
Answered 3/31/2021
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