Your Bowel Movements Are Talking — Here’s How to Listen
What your gut is trying to tell you about digestion, detox, and longevity
Your body whispers before it ever screams. And one of the clearest messengers of your internal health? Your bowel movements.
It might not be the sexiest topic, but it’s one of the most important. The gut doesn’t just digest food — it detoxes, communicates with your brain, and helps regulate hormones. Paying attention to your poop is one of the simplest and most overlooked biohacks for long-term health and longevity.
Why this matters for Black women
Black women are more likely to experience chronic gut issues, constipation, and nutrient malabsorption — often due to a mix of diet, stress, hormonal shifts, and environmental exposure. According to the National Institutes of Health, up to 70% of the immune system lives in the gut, and imbalances there can show up everywhere else: fatigue, skin issues, mood swings, even inflammation.
If your bowel habits are inconsistent, your body may be signaling that something’s off with your microbiome, hydration, or detox pathways.
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What It Might Mean
Dehydration, low fiber, sluggish gut motility
Biohack to Try
Hydrate deeply; add magnesium glycinate or citrate, chia seeds, leafy greens
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What It Might Mean
Malabsorption of fats
Biohack to Try
Add digestive enzymes or ox bile; reassess fats and fiber balance
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