Doctor shares what it means if you always need to poo immediately after you eat (it isn’t just IBS)

Tips to Manage Post-Meal Urges

• Smaller, more frequent meals – Reducing meal size can prevent sudden colon stimulation.
• Monitor triggers – Keep track of foods or drinks that seem to worsen the urgency.
• Manage stress – Relaxation techniques can help reduce reflex intensity.
• Consult a professional – A gastroenterologist can rule out underlying conditions and provide personalized advice.

Bottom Line:
Needing to poop immediately after eating isn’t always a sign of IBS—it’s often just your body’s natural reflex in action. But paying attention to patterns and triggers is important, especially if the urgency is sudden, severe, or accompanied by other symptoms.

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