When do you usually have a bowel movement? See what the experts recommend.

Many people wonder what the best time to have a bowel movement is? It turns out that the timing of your bathroom visits can reveal a lot about your health, especially your digestive system.

The timing of bowel movements reflects a person's bowel rhythm, diet, and lifestyle, according to India TV.

Most people don't pay attention to the timing of their bowel movements, failing to track when they need to go to the bathroom. However, the timing of bowel movements can provide important clues about the digestive system. While the body is accustomed to natural bowel movements in the morning, many people have bowel movements in the evening or irregularly due to erratic schedules, stress, irregular sleep patterns, or a low-fiber diet.

Therefore, not only the timing of bowel movements, but also sudden changes or difficulties during bowel movements can signal that your intestines are under stress, and this needs to be addressed.

The timing of bowel movements can provide important clues about the digestive system.

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Why is the timing of bowel movements important?

Surprisingly, the gut has its own biological clock, similar to the brain. When digestion is good, you get enough sleep, and meal times are regular, the gut functions more efficiently, and morning bowel movements become natural. But if you eat late at night, use electronic devices for too long, become dehydrated, or are stressed, this rhythm is disrupted, leading to constipation.

Irregular bowel movements or bowel movements at the end of the day mean the intestines don't get enough rest, water, or fiber. Therefore, defecating in the evening can cause intestinal problems. Furthermore, evening bowel movements can lead to a buildup of waste in the body throughout the day, causing bloating, restlessness, and abdominal pain.

Expert advice

According to Dr. Osman Mapkar, a gastroenterologist at NewEra Hospital (India), to have regular bowel movements in the morning, drink warm water upon waking to stimulate bowel movements. Eat plenty of fiber-rich foods. Try to eat lots of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and nuts. Maintain a proper sleep schedule with fixed bedtime and meal times.

Avoid eating late at night as it can affect digestion and bowel movements, exercise daily for 45 minutes, and maintain a relaxed mood. If bowel movements suddenly change, become painful, or are accompanied by constipation, bloating, or blood, see a doctor as soon as possible, according to India TV.

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/ban-thuong-di-dai-tien-luc-nao-hay-xem-chuyen-gia-khuyen-gi-185251217215147523.htm