What Does the pH of Your Poop Have to Do With It?

Hi, I’m Meg Marie O’Rourke—also known as “Magnificent,” the Anti-Diet Dietitian—and I’m here to shake up the way you think about food, digestion, and your health.

Here’s a truth bomb: most conventional doctors don’t know much about nutrition, the microbiome, food sensitivities, or the chemicals in our food supply. That’s where I come in.

Let’s dig into something that’s not talked about enough but can seriously impact your health: the pH of your poop.

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Fix the Gut, Fix the Brain—Fix the Brain, Fix the Gut

I’ve said it before and I’ll keep saying it: your brain and gut are in constant communication. That’s not woo-woo; it’s backed by science. In fact, new studies are proving just how much our gut microbiota influence mental health conditions like OCD and social anxiety disorder. Researchers have found that certain bacteria (like proteobacteria) may protect against OCD, while others (like bacillus) could increase the risk.

When you support your gut health, you’re also supporting your mental clarity, mood, and overall well-being.

Why pH Levels in Your Poop Matter

Most people never think about the acidity or alkalinity of their poop—but your stool’s pH is actually a critical marker of digestive health. Ideally, your stool should fall within a pH range of 6.4 to 7.4. But what if it's too acidic or too alkaline?

Low (Acidic) Stool pH Could Mean:

• Carbohydrate malabsorption: Your body isn't properly digesting sugars, which ferment in your gut and lower your stool’s pH.

• SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth): Often misdiagnosed as IBS.

• Rapid transit time: Your body doesn’t have time to absorb nutrients.

• Lactose intolerance or infections like E. coli can also lower pH.

High (Alkaline) Stool pH Could Mean:

• Deficiency of good bacteria: You’re not producing enough short-chain fatty acids.

• Low-fiber diet: Your gut isn’t being fed properly.

• Overconsumption of protein and fat without balance.

• Certain medications or underlying diseases.

Bottom line: If your gut is out of balance, your health will be too.

Testing, Not Guessing

Are you guessing which supplements or probiotics to take? Stop. Guesswork isn’t a health strategy. I offer microbiome testing that checks pH levels, short-chain fatty acids, and dozens of other gut health indicators.

No more throwing spaghetti at the wall.

If you’re feeling wired and tired, bloated, gassy, or running to the bathroom at the worst times—there’s a reason. And we can find it.

Gut Health Affects Mood and Mental Health

There’s now solid evidence that our gut microbiome can influence anxiety, OCD, depression, and more. Probiotics known as “psychobiotics” are being used to boost mood by supporting the production of serotonin, dopamine, and GABA.

If you’re reaching for prescriptions but not addressing your gut, you might be skipping the most important step.

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Final Thought: Be Your Own Health Advocate

If you’ve been dismissed or ignored by conventional medicine, you’re not alone. I've been there. I’ve also seen hundreds of clients turn their health around by doing the exact opposite of what outdated health systems told them to do.

So don’t settle. Don’t keep living in discomfort. Take the first step by visiting harmonywithfood.com, booking a free call, and claiming your free resources. If you know someone who eats food (hint: everyone), tell them about the Harmony with Food Show.

Fix the gut. Fix the brain. Fix your life. Schedule a free call with me to get started!

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