If you often feel like you gotta poop right after eating, you might be wondering what’s going on. Well, a doctor says this common thing is tied to a natural body process called the gastrocolic reflex. It might seem like the food’s zipping through your system super fast, but there’s a scientific reason for it.
The gastrocolic reflex is a normal physiological response that kicks in your lower gastrointestinal (GI) tract when you eat. Experts say it helps your body get ready for more food by making your bowel move.