Why do I poop so little on vacation?


Why do I poop so little on vacation? Why can travel cause constipation? Johnston says, “Often when people travel, they drink less water and can become dehydrated. A lot of water is absorbed back into the large intestine so when we are dehydrated our stool becomes harder and therefore more difficult to pass.”


Does traveling mess with your bowels?

But when you pack your bags, keep digestive health in mind. Tummy problems like diarrhea, constipation, and indigestion are all-too-common travel companions. Travel disrupts many of the body's natural rhythms, including digestion says Dr.