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Undigested Food in Stool: A Warning Sign?

4/22/2025

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Undigested food in stool, such as corn and nuts, can stem from inadequate chewing or rapid digestion, warns gastroenterologist Dr. Mikhail Yakubov. While usually harmless, it may signal nutrient absorption problems, especially during diarrhea or in conditions like celiac disease and irritable bowel syndrome. Stay alert to your body’s signals!

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Undigested food in stool, such as corn and nuts, can stem from inadequate chewing or rapid digestion, warns gastroenterologist Dr. Mikhail Yakubov. While usually harmless, it may signal nutrient absorption problems, especially during diarrhea or in conditions like celiac disease and irritable bowel syndrome. Stay alert to your body’s signals!