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There are 7 types of poop, with type 3 or 4 indicating ideal gut health, type 1 or 2 suggesting constipation, and type 5 through 7 indicating diarrhea.

The claims about the types of poop align with the Bristol Stool Chart, which categorizes stool into 7 types based on shape and consistency. Types 3 and 4 are considered ideal for indicating healthy bowel movements, types 1 and 2 suggest constipation, while types 5 through 7 indicate varying degrees of diarrhea. The evidence found corroborates all claims with consistent information across multiple sources, providing a solid basis for these statements regarding digestive health indicators.

May 17, 2026 Language: en 5 claims analyzed

Individual Claims

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True health
There are 7 types of poop.
The Bristol Stool Chart, widely used in clinical settings, delineates seven types of stool consistency and shape, matching the claim about the types of poop. The chart is a recognized tool in gastrointestinal health management.
Fact Check Score None
Fact Check Weight 0
Web Consensus Score 90
Web Consensus Weight 50
Source Quality Score 80
Source Quality Weight 25
Llm Reasoning Score 85
Llm Reasoning Weight 25
Weighted Total 80
Evidence Summary Multiple sources confirm the seven types of poop based on the Bristol Stool Chart.
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Mostly True health
The shape of your poop is a big clue about your overall gut health.
The Bristol Stool Chart and various health resources emphasize that deviations from the typical sausage-like (types 3 and 4) shape may indicate digestive issues, supporting the claim about poop shape's significance for gut health.
Fact Check Score None
Fact Check Weight 0
Web Consensus Score 85
Web Consensus Weight 50
Source Quality Score 75
Source Quality Weight 25
Llm Reasoning Score 85
Llm Reasoning Weight 25
Weighted Total 77
Evidence Summary Multiple sources agree that the shape and consistency of stool indicate gut health.
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True health
Your poop should ideally be type 3 or 4 on the scale.
The claim is confirmed by the Bristol Stool Chart, which indicates that types 3 and 4 reflect a healthy stool consistency and are considered normal for a healthy individual.
Fact Check Score None
Fact Check Weight 0
Web Consensus Score 90
Web Consensus Weight 50
Source Quality Score 85
Source Quality Weight 25
Llm Reasoning Score 85
Llm Reasoning Weight 25
Weighted Total 82
Evidence Summary Sources consistently report types 3 and 4 as ideal on the Bristol Stool Chart.
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True health
If your poop is type 1 or 2, you're likely constipated.
Types 1 and 2 on the Bristol Stool Chart indicate constipation, characterized by hard lumps and difficulty passing stools. This claim is corroborated by multiple health sources.
Fact Check Score None
Fact Check Weight 0
Web Consensus Score 90
Web Consensus Weight 50
Source Quality Score 85
Source Quality Weight 25
Llm Reasoning Score 85
Llm Reasoning Weight 25
Weighted Total 82
Evidence Summary Types 1 and 2 are consistently described as indicators of constipation.
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Mostly True health
Type 5 through 7 poop means you're closer to diarrhea.
The Bristol Stool Chart indicates that types 5 through 7 are associated with diarrhea, characterized by softer, more watery stools. This assertion is well-supported by health resources.
Fact Check Score None
Fact Check Weight 0
Web Consensus Score 85
Web Consensus Weight 50
Source Quality Score 80
Source Quality Weight 25
Llm Reasoning Score 80
Llm Reasoning Weight 25
Weighted Total 77
Evidence Summary Evidence consistently shows types 5-7 as indicators of diarrhea.

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