Why is it so hard to poop on vacation?
Why is it so hard to poop on vacation? 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.” We also tend to stray from our usual diets when travelling, sometimes eating larger quantities of food, or foods with less fiber.
Why do I poop differently on vacation?
That's because when you travel, so does your gut microbiome. Your digestive tract is home to trillions of different bacteria, viruses, and fungi—all of which might be disturbed by a jaunt to a new locale.