How to protect your morning poop from @alanlinplus

The creator poses a relatable problem about missing morning bowel movements, explains the scientific link between sleep and digestion using screenshots of scientific articles for credibility, and then provides a three-step, numbered guide to ensure regularity through better sleep hygiene.

Creator: @alanlinplus on TikTok

Transcript

Have you ever woken up, missed your morning dump, and was a wreck for the rest of your day? That's because sleep is deeply tied to your digestion and therefore your trips to the bathroom. Deep sleep puts your body in rest and digest mode, which allows your intestines to more efficiently move food along. Your circadian rhythm is tied to both your sleep and bowel functions. So when your sleep schedule is off, so goes your poop schedule. And worst of all, poor sleep can negatively affect your gut b

Topics: Health, Wellness

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