Why Poop Sometimes Float Instead of Sink, What It Says About Your Health
Your poop is actually one of the best (and cheapest) health indicators your body gives you. So if your stool sometimes floats instead of sinking, don’t panic, it might not be a big deal. Still, it can occasionally hint at something your body’s trying to tell you. The Science Behind Floating Poop Normally, poop sinks. That’s because healthy stool has the right mix of water, fiber, and waste products. making it dense enough to drop to the bottom. But when stool floats, it’s usually because there’s extra gas or fat trapped inside. It's just it like bubbles in a loaf of bread, lighter and airier, so it stays on top. So, floating poop simply means: ➡️ Too much gas in your digestive tract ➡️ Or poor fat absorption (a bit more serious) 1. The Most Common Reason: Gas Let’s start with the simple one. Floating stool is often caused by trapped gas. That gas can come from what you eat ,especially foods that ferment easily in your gut. Common gas-producing culprits include: ✓ Be...