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My poop is normal brown, but the water in the toilet bowl is a reddish color. i have been eating a lot of beets, 2 days ago. what's going on? afraid.

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Probabely from Beets: It is mostly from the beets and there is no need to worry but if it persists consult with every stool consult your doctor

Dr Ali and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 6/1/2017

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