may also temporarily affect stool color.
Persistent pale or clay-colored stools should be assessed by a healthcare professional.
Shape, Texture, and Odor Matter Too
Stool color offers only part of the picture. Its shape, texture, and odor can also provide clues about how your digestive system is functioning.
Normal bowel habits vary considerably between individuals. For many healthy adults, anywhere from three bowel movements per day to three per week can fall within the normal range.
Temporary changes in bowel frequency may result from travel, dietary changes, medications, stress, hormonal
