The Pulse | Monday, January 4, 2021

Everything You Need to Know About Going Number 2

By Eileen Babb, BSN RN CGRN CFER

It’s time to talk about bathroom habits — specifically the body’s natural process of defecation. While pooping isn’t something people openly talk about, it’s important to understand what your poop is telling you about your overall health.

In the recent article “Everything You Need to Know About Going Number Two,” SGNA Board Member Eileen Babb, BSN RN CGRN CFER, discusses the commonalities of going number two, the importance of knowing what different colors of stool can mean and indicators of concern. Click here to read her full article and learn more about your gut’s health.

Babb’s article is part of Mediaplanet’s “Digestive Health” campaign, which raises awareness of the impact the gut microbiome and digestive system on whole body health, from the immune system to mental health. To learn more about the campaign and read other GI-related content, click here.