Having thin stools, or pooping small pieces, can signal constipation. When you are "backed up," stool passes slowly through ...

Deep red or brown may suggest bleeding in your upper colon or small intestine. Black or tarry stool may suggest bleeding in the upper part of your digestive tract, like the stomach or esophagus.

Research has shown that squatting is better than sitting. So, with modern toilets, it’s best to place a small stool under your feet to push your knees up and allow the hatch to open all the way.