Heres where your diet comes in.
Ourgut microbiomeresponds to what we eat, saysRajiv Sharma, MD, an integrative gastroenterologist.
Still,not all vegan diets are created equal.
Just because something says vegan or plant-based on the packagingdoesnt mean its healthy.
The added fiber will change your bowel movements in several ways.
You might go more often.
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This is helpful to increase the frequency of bowel movements as fiber adds bulk to the stool.
The bulkier a stool, the quicker it will pass through your digestive tract.
Youll probably have softer stools.
Dr. Sharma explains that fiber absorbs water, which makes your stools moist and soft.
Out of the seven types, your goal should be pop in 3 & 4.
You might run into constipation.
TheUnited States Department of Agriculturerecommends women consume about 25 grams of fiber per day and 38 grams for men.
It may be easier to go.
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Meat eaters tend to be more constipated, which means they will strain more, he says.
Removing meat from the diet will allow the bowel movements to be softer and lighter.
Lets talk about gas
Its time to address the vegan flatulence effect.
For many people, a vegan diet can cause moregasand other related stomach issues.
This can lead to bloating, flatulence, and abdominal discomfort.
Theres no reason to worry about the increase in gas.
Still, that doesnt mean you want to be flatulating all over town.
Dont worry; relief is in sight.
The good thing is the body will eventually adjust, says Dr. Ather.
Your gut bacteria will eventually change, and these symptoms should improve.
And if you were all aboutdairybefore going vegan, you may actually see a decrease in gas.
For many people, removal of dairy can regulate bowel habits and decrease flatulence and bloating.
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