Intestinal Transit Time: The Red Poop Challenge

Posted by: Rajitha D. Venkatesh, MD, MPH on Sep 16, 2026

Your intestines are home to trillions of bacteria that help digest food, absorb nutrients, and keep your body running smoothly. Scientists around the world are studying these microbes to learn what combination of bacteria creates the healthiest gut. Because these bacteria live deep inside your digestive tract, studying your stool (poop) is the easiest way to see how they are doing.

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The Poop Palette: What Do All of Those Colors Mean?

Imagine the surprise a parent feels when their child points out that their poop is pink, red, green, or even blue! While unusual stool colors can be alarming, they are often caused by foods or medications and are usually harmless. What color should stool be?

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Can Children Get Pancreatitis?

Pancreatitis isn’t just an adult condition—it can affect infants, kids, and teens. Learn what causes pancreatitis in children, the symptoms that require urgent care, and how treatment ranges from IV fluids and rest to advanced procedures and surgery for complex cases.