What does it mean when you poop a lot?

Diarrhea: Diarrhea can range from very mild to severe. It can be caused by infections, malabsorption issues, or various foods. Worrisome diarrhea generally would include symptoms such as: high fever, unrelenting diarrhea, severe abdominal pain, blood or mucous in stool, dehydration, dizziness, or accompanied vomiting. When in doubt, go check it out.

Various causes: So discuss specific symptoms with your doctor.

Diarrhea: Diarrhea can range from very mild to severe. It can be caused by infections, malabsorption issues, or various foods. Worrisome diarrhea generally would include symptoms such as: high fever, unrelenting diarrhea, severe abdominal pain, blood or mucous in stool, dehydration, dizziness, or accompanied vomiting. When in doubt, go check it out.

How often is a lot?: Defecating two or three times a day is normal on a plant-based diet. Frequency is determined largely by the amount of fiber in your diet. The consistency of your stool is as important as frequency. A couple of good sources for diet information are drmcdougall.Com and nutritionfacts.Org. If you're worried, see a doctor.