My idiot cousin ate a whole bag of shredded sweetened coconut last night and SHOCKINGLY feels really ill today. Is this something hospital visit worthy? Is there anything she can take/eat/do do help the massive pile of coconut move along in her system?
posted by gwenlister on Dec 10, 2009 - 20 answers

I have poop problems. If you can stand talk of poop, please tell me if I should be worried. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Sep 21, 2009 - 34 answers

What could be wrong with my brother's stomach? [more inside]
posted by stormygrey on Jul 13, 2009 - 18 answers

Best probiotic supplement for an allergic cat? OR: Probiotic/digestive supplements with short ingredient lists. [more inside]
posted by subbes on Jul 11, 2009 - 7 answers

How can I get my digestion back in functioning order? [more inside]
posted by iurodivii on Feb 24, 2009 - 16 answers

This is a question about digestion and the end result. This is purely a matter of abstract curiosity. I promise not to provide too much information. [more inside]
posted by jason's_planet on Jan 27, 2009 - 11 answers

This is a dumb question about long-term relationships and stomach gurgling. Yes, you read that right! When I'm in bed with my wife and her or my tummy rumbles, we can't agree on whose tummy it is. Anyone else experience this? What's the cause? [more inside]
posted by grumblebee on Jan 21, 2009 - 38 answers

What is your recommendation for staying regular when traveling? I traveled internationally this past fall and on the last few days of the trip my digestion had really slowed. I was gone 8 days and was in a couple or three different time zones. I feel there is an emotional component to this too where I am worried that when sightseeing there won't be a toilet or something like that so maybe I slow the process because of fear? Have any of you perfected this for yourselves? Prune juice does not work for me but I do prefer tackling this naturally. Any insight is appreciated!
posted by seekingsimplicity on Nov 20, 2008 - 25 answers

In the past six months I've gone from belching 2-3 times a week to belching 20-30 times a day. What's going on? [more inside]
posted by anonymous78 on Nov 2, 2008 - 17 answers

Hangover BM question. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 3, 2008 - 2 answers

Do commercial colon-cleanse products actually solve the myriad of problems they claim to? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 6, 2008 - 23 answers

An embarrassing question regarding zinc and digestion. [more inside]
posted by Sara Anne on Apr 22, 2008 - 9 answers

Help me go to the toilet less often! [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 15, 2007 - 18 answers

Every anal-sex manual says not to worry, feces isn't stored in the rectum. Well, my body doesn't know that. Could this cause, or be the effect of, any health problems I should know about? Text gets explicit. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 4, 2007 - 9 answers

What would the effects on my poop be, and what health risks would I incur, if I were to eat nothing but corn for a week? [more inside]
posted by Parasite Unseen on Oct 14, 2007 - 12 answers

My insides are turning everything to liquid. Doesn't matter what I eat. It's been 5 days now. However, I don't feel sick and have no other "symptoms" of illness. What gives? Due to work, I won't be able to get to a doctor 'til Friday... Should I just fast for a day or two? (Saying that, however, I am *starving* constantly, as opposed to just being hungry.)
posted by Manhasset on Oct 1, 2007 - 16 answers

Breakfast goes through digestive tract like a waterslide. [more inside]
posted by ayc200 on Sep 12, 2007 - 26 answers

Why do I get full immediately after I start eating and feel so nauseous for so long after? [more inside]
posted by Mael Oui on Jun 5, 2007 - 14 answers

Digestive chemistry: I have a mild case of Crohn's disease, and one of the things that seems to exacerbate my condition is eating or drinking things that are highly acidic. Other than milk, what are some higher-pH drinks that I can use to replace corrosive beverages like soda, coffee, and cranberry juice? [more inside]
posted by chrisamiller on Mar 17, 2007 - 20 answers

4:20 Filter: Heavy doper; been one for decades. Every few months, I give my lungs a rest for a few weeks. Why is it so hard to take a dump while I'm clean? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jan 21, 2007 - 12 answers

Is there any product available that one can take to pre-empt digestive problems from raw onions (all kinds) and garlic? In particular, the problem manifests itself as a nasty taste in the mouth an hour after consumption of said veg. (Cooking, however, the longer the better, neutralizes this effect.)
posted by the sobsister on Aug 14, 2006 - 13 answers

My curiosity has gotten the better of me. Somewhat gross bodily function question inside. [more inside]
posted by contessa on May 12, 2006 - 37 answers

Drinking coffee gives me bad gas within ten minutes of drinking. What's happening? [more inside]
posted by twine42 on Feb 28, 2006 - 21 answers

Ever since I quit smoking, my digestion's gone to hell. WTF? [more inside]
posted by nebulawindphone on Jan 8, 2006 - 11 answers

Does microbial activity in the gut of organisms contribute to their thermoregulation? [more inside]
posted by yesster on Oct 3, 2005 - 7 answers

Mudbutt: What causes it and how can I get rid of it? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Sep 1, 2005 - 12 answers

Why does eating in a restaurant make me crap my pants?

I have a generally healthy, varied diet. I can eat anything prepared at home, regardless of how rich, fatty, or spicy it is. But nearly everything from restaurants causes massive stomach upset. I have an intense need to go to the bathroom within 20 or 30 minutes of eating restaurant food - sometimes it's diarrhea, sometimes not.

I can eat junk food, fast food - even Taco Bell - without problems, which adds to my confusion about the cause. I thought it might be MSG, but the local Chinese restaurant is one of the few places I can eat, and they do use MSG. Is there one particular food additive that I'm not aware of that might be doing this? Any other ideas?
posted by anonymous on Jan 18, 2005 - 52 answers

We're having a houseguest for a few days. Said houseguest has a digestive problem that results in WAY-stinky bathroom visits, which embarrass her, so she relies on an aerosol air freshener after every visit. Is there a spray that we can provide that's especially effective?
posted by MrMoonPie on Nov 15, 2004 - 28 answers

I just accidentily swallowed a small piece of plastic from the plastic wrap around a plastic spoon.

Am I going to die?
posted by agregoli on Nov 4, 2004 - 10 answers