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Do you poop more when fasting?

Usually, fasting doesn't cause diarrhea on its own. In fact, you're more likely to get diarrhea from breaking your fast than you are while performing the fast. That's because your bowel's ability to function properly decreases when it's not used.

healthline.com - Diarrhea During Fasting: When to Stop Fasting and Treatment Options

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Fasting is a process in which you severely restrict eating (and sometimes drinking) for a period of time. Some fasts last for a day. Others last over a month. The duration of a fast depends on the person and their reasons for fasting. If you experience diarrhea while fasting, you should end your fast until symptoms improve. Keep reading to learn why. Diarrhea while fasting Diarrhea occurs when the food and nutrients passing through the gastrointestinal (GI) tract move too quickly and exit the body without being absorbed. Diarrhea during a fast may cause side effects such as: dehydration

malnutrition

malabsorption

cramping

nausea

dizziness Diarrhea and side effects like dizziness during a fast can be stressful and dangerous. While fasting, your body is already more likely to be dizzy, tired, and nauseous. These are only made worse with diarrhea. For some people, the combination of fasting and diarrhea can even lead to passing out. For these reasons, it’s recommended to end your fast until symptoms improve, and then continue to fast once you’re no longer experiencing diarrhea and its side effects. Other symptoms that signal you should end your fast Along with diarrhea, consider ending your fast if you experience: dizziness

loss of consciousness

nausea and vomiting

abdominal pain

chest pain

Causes of diarrhea during fasting During a fast, diarrhea may occur because of an oversecretion of water and salts in the GI tract. A number of triggers can cause this, including drinking liquids high in caffeine, such as tea or coffee. Usually, fasting doesn’t cause diarrhea on its own. In fact, you’re more likely to get diarrhea from breaking your fast than you are while performing the fast. That’s because your bowel’s ability to function properly decreases when it’s not used. Other common causes of diarrhea include: poor diet

lactose intolerance

mineral deficiencies

colitis

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Crohn’s disease

infection

food or medication allergy

When to see a doctor Before starting a fast — or if you have health concerns while fasting, including diarrhea — it’s a good idea to see a doctor. Diarrhea is uncomfortable, but it’s usually not life-threatening. However, if you’re experiencing any of the following symptoms alongside diarrhea, contact your doctor immediately: bloody stool (blood in diarrhea)

pain during bowel movement

swelling around bowel

Treating diarrhea Depending on the cause of your diarrhea, the treatment will vary. Home remedies You can treat many cases of diarrhea at home with some quick dietary changes: Drink lots of water.

Avoid sugary and caffeinated drinks.

Drink diluted juice, weak tea, or electrolyte-replacement, drinks like Gatorade or Pedialyte.

Increase foods high in soluble fiber.

Increase foods high in potassium and salt. Medications If home remedies aren’t helping, you may get relief from over-the-counter medications, including: loperamide (Imodium) bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol) Ending your fast due to diarrhea When ending your fast because of diarrhea, consider starting with the BRAT diet (banana, rice, applesauce, toast). This diet features food that’s bland, starchy, and low in fiber. It helps firm stools and replace lost nutrients. You should also: Eat small meals.

Avoid fried food.

Avoid foods that cause gas, such as beans and broccoli.

decreased risk of heart disease and diabetes

weight loss

body detoxification

improved gastrointestinal function The Mayo Clinic suggests that regular fasting may decrease LDL (bad) cholesterol levels and may improve the way your body metabolizes sugar. However, there’s very little scientific evidence about the effects of fasting on the human mind and body. Since going without food for long periods of time is taxing on the body, it’s important to be aware of any problems that may arise during a fast, such as diarrhea.

healthline.com - Diarrhea During Fasting: When to Stop Fasting and Treatment Options

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