Mucus / Slime Bowel Movement
Mucus is a clear, white, or yellow substance with the consistency of jelly which is produced by the mucous membrane of the large intestine. It protects the inner lining and helps ease the passage of stool.
A stool normally contains a small amount of mucus, but passing stools with visible amounts of mucus can be from a variety of causes.
What Causes Mucus / Slime Bowel Movements?
According to many practitioners, bacterial overgrowth, food allergies and sensitivities can be the cause of mucus in bowel movements.
However, slimy stool can also be a sign of something serious, such as IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome). It could also indicate inflammation of the intestines; or possibly Crohn’s disease. A bacterial infection, anal fissure, or a bowel obstruction may also cause the passage of mucus.
How to Cure Mucus / Slime Bowel Movement
Only the diagnosis of your medical doctor can determine the cause of mucus in bowel movements.
If it is caused by food allergies, sensitivities or bacterial overgrowth; it can often be corrected with dietary changes and supplements. With bacterial overgrowth, bloating and gas usually worsen after eating any sugar, whether it's white sugar, bread, pasta, rye, rice, or milk (which contains the sugar lactose). In contrast, people with food allergies and sensitivities react to specific foods.