Happy healthy poo that is not too soft and not too hard makes for a happy visit to the porcelain throne. Overly soft poo is something I normally suffer from, so I looked up foods that help beat runny poo too. Diarrhoea is no joke, let me tell you that for free.
Recently, I wrote about foods that soften hard poo. That was because I was suffering from hard poo. It turns out that soft and runny poo can be beaten with pretty much similar foods.
The general takeaway is that you want to avoid excess soluble fibre.
To make this list, I asked ChatGPT to make a list by food group. I modified that based on what I was able to research. I think the list is true but this is information from the internet. Please comment with corrections if I am wrong about anything.
Foods to help with overly soft poo
- Fruits:
- Bananas
- Apples
- Blueberries
- Raspberries
- Strawberries
- Pears
- Papaya
- Kiwi
- Oranges
- Boiled vegetables:
- Carrots
- Sweet potatoes
- Butternut squash
- Pumpkin
- Zucchini
- Spinach
- Kale
- Broccoli
- Celery
- Grains and Cereals:
- Oatmeal
- Rice (white or brown)
- Quinoa
- Barley
- Whole wheat bread
- Crackers (whole grain or rice)
- Plain toast
- Proteins:
- Skinless chicken
- Turkey
- Fish (such as salmon, cod, or tilapia)
- Tofu
- Eggs
- Yoghurt (plain, low sugar)
- Dairy and Alternatives:
- Low-fat milk
- Almond milk
- Coconut milk
- Plain Greek yoghurt
- Cottage cheese
- Cheese (moderate amounts)
- Soups and Broths:
- Chicken broth
- Vegetable broth
- Clear vegetable soups
- I wonder if ordering Raman counts?
- Beverages:
- Water
- Herbal teas (such as peppermint or chamomile)
- Coconut water
- Ginger tea
- Carrot juice
- Other:
- Peanut butter (unsweetened)
- Almond butter
- Chia seeds
- Flaxseeds
- Plain unsweetened yoghurt
- Probiotic-rich foods
- sauerkraut
- kimchi
- Salty foods
- Toast
Yes, this list is pretty much the same as the one for hard poo. That’s because healthy happy poo requires pretty much the same stuff regardless of why the poo is unhappy.
Disclaimer: I’m not an expert. This list is what the Internet told me. Verify for yourself. Consult a doctor if symptoms continue. The only thing I am 100% certain about is salt.
What foods have you found helpful for dealing with runny poo? Comment with your experiences.
Please comment with any corrections or additions you think I should make.
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