Bowel habit varies from one person to another. Some people may go one or more times in a day, others may only go after every second or third day. However, it is accepted that your bowel habit is normal if you pass stool at least three times a week but not more than three times a day. It is not just about the frequency of bowel movements. The quantity of stool, consistency of the feces and ease of passing stool are other factors that can determine abnormalities such as diarrhea and constipation from what can be considered a normal bowel habit. Seasonal Changes In Bowel Habit A change in bowel habit may occur slightly during the course of the year. It can even change over days, weeks and months. The problem is not always with the body regulating the bowel habit. More often than not, constipation that arises suddenly in a person who is otherwise not constipated is a dietary and/or lifestyle issue. Inadequate dietary fiber and insufficient fluid intake are the two main factors that contribute to constipation in many people. Seasonal constipation would mean that the bowel habit has become abnormal during certain periods in the year. It … Continue reading Seasonal Constipation (Summer, Winter) Causes, Treatment