A not-so-gross convo about gut health you didn’t know you needed.

Let’s talk about something we all do—but rarely talk about: pooping. Yep, I said it. We’re going there.

Turns out, your poop has a lot to say about what’s going on inside your body. The hilarious and surprisingly enlightening book “What Your Poop Is Telling You” dives into just that. And friends—it’s more than potty humor. This is real talk about your health.

Here’s what stood out (and what I want you to know):

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1. Your Poop Has a Personality
No, really. Ever experienced “The Log Jam” or “The Clean Sweep”? (Don’t worry—these are actual terms from the book, not something I made up after too much fiber.)
💩 The truth: Your poop’s shape, texture, and “behavior” gives you clues about hydration, fiber intake, digestion, and even inflammation.
👉 Ideal: soft, sausage-shaped, and slow to sink. Anything too hard, runny, or weirdly shaped might mean something’s off.

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2. Water & Fiber = Gut Magic
Most poop problems boil down to two simple things: not enough fiber and not enough water.
💧 Fiber bulks things up and keeps it all moving. Water softens the load (literally).
🌿 Quick fix: Add more greens, chia seeds, beans, and drink way more water than you think you need. Your gut will thank you.

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3. The Gut-Brain Connection Is Not Woo-Woo
Your gut is basically your second brain. It’s loaded with neurons and is directly influenced by your stress levels, sleep, and emotions.
😵‍💫 Anxiety and burnout can back everything up—fast.
✨ Calming your nervous system is not “extra”—it’s essential.

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4. Pooping on the Regular? That’s a Good Sign.
Too much, not enough, weird timing? Your body’s waving a red flag.
🕒 Aim for daily, around the same time if possible. Your gut loves rhythm.

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Let’s Talk Natural Support

Now that you’ve (hopefully) stopped giggling… let’s get real about natural support for digestive health:

• Bloat or Bellyache?
  Try Peppermint or DigestZen, topically and/or internally. Instant comfort.
• Diarrhea on the loose?
  Pop a Peppermint Softgels or two until things settle down.
• Gut Maintenance = Happy Life
  Daily PB Restore (a pre, pro and postbiotic) keeps your gut microbiome thriving.
• Digestive Enzymes, Baby
  If you’re not using TerraZyme, you’re working too hard to break down your food. If TerraZyme is out of stock (it happens!), add these foods rich in digestive enzymes to naturally enhance digestion,  pineapple, papaya, mango, avocado, banana, kefir, and fermented foods like kimchi and sauerkraut. These foods contain enzymes like bromelain, papain, amylase, lipase, and lactase, which aid in breaking down various food components for better nutrient absorption. 
• Quarterly Holistic Health Reset
  Even if you eat clean, toxins sneak in. That’s why I recommend a quarterly reset-whole natural foods, lots of water & smart supplements to aid in eliminating toxins from the body. As Boyd Truman says, “When something gets stuck, something goes wrong.” Truth.

Use this link to order your Digestion Bundle. If you are interested in doing my quarterly Holistic Health Reset side by side with an amazing community – you never are alone – email me at Kim@KimHessYoga.com

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Bottom Line?
Your poop isn’t gross—it’s feedback. One of the best, most honest check-ins your body gives you. Pay attention, support it naturally, and you’ll stay ahead of those nagging health issues we’re all tired of chasing.

Need help tuning in and turning things around? You know where to find me. 💩💪✨