7 Facts About Your Colon

2. Meals Can Trigger a Bowel Movement

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One of your body’s natural reflexes is the gastrocolic reflex. When you ingest food, this reflex triggers a series of movements throughout the digestive system.

Large, fatty meals may make you go to the toilet more often.

If you’re prone to both constipation & diarrhoea, this information can be very useful.

For people with constipation, a fatty breakfast in the morning may work to encourage a bowel movement.

If you often suffer from diarrhoea, it’s best to stick to low-fat meals.