You’ve Been Pooping All Wrong: Dr. Trisha Pasricha Explains Why

You’ve Been Pooping All Wrong: Dr. Trisha Pasricha Explains Why

From American Glutton by American Glutton

April 20, 2026 · 1h 5m

About this episode

Ethan discusses digestive health and pelvic floor dysfunction with gastroenterologist Dr. Trisha Pasricha, exploring the impact of bathroom posture and diet on digestion.

Are you struggling with digestive issues despite doing everything right? Ethan sits down with gastroenterologist Dr. Trisha Pasricha to reveal why many people have been pooping wrong for their entire lives. Dr. Pasricha breaks down the mechanics of pelvic floor dysfunction using a toothpaste tube analogy and explains why your bathroom posture might be the missing link to relief. They also discuss the pitfalls of ultra-processed foods, the proper way to increase fiber intake, and the science behind fermented foods. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS Introduction and Pronunciation Gender Differences and Digestive Troubles Understanding Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Biofeedback and Physical Therapy The Benefits of Squatting Posture Ultra-Processed Foods and the Fiber Gap Strategies for Increasing Fiber Intake Blending vs. Juicing for Microbiome Health Probiotics and Antibiotics: The Gray Zones Artificial Sweeteners and Gut Reactions The Power of Fermented Probiotic Foods Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Host: Ethan

Guest: Dr. Trisha Pasricha

Topics covered

  • digestive health
  • pelvic floor dysfunction
  • fiber intake
  • ultra-processed foods
  • fermented foods
  • bathroom posture

Keywords

  • digestive issues
  • pelvic floor
  • fiber
  • ultra-processed foods
  • fermented foods
  • probiotics
  • gut health

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