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Pellet stool is stool that comes out in small, round balls. It's associated with constipation.

In traditional Chinese medicine, pellet stool is caused by liver qi stagnation. It's often brought on by stress. Lack of exercise worsens the problem.

Signs of liver qi stagnation include:

• symptoms are worse with stress
  
• symptoms improve with exercise
  
• feeling bloated all the time
  
• copious amounts of gas, which is often odorless
  
• symptoms are worse before or during menstrual periods
  

Excessive intake of red meat, wheat, sugar, and alcohol are believed to cause congestion and heat in the body and worsen the liver qi stagnation. Reducing intake of these foods can help. Some alternative practitioners recommend a detox diet plan.

• Detox screening quiz
  
• Detox diet plan

According to some herbalists, herbs that reduce stress and help digestion by easing intestinal bloating and cramping are chamomile and lemon balm. Both can be found as teas or taken as capsules or liquid extracts.

Stress reduction techniques, such as yoga, breathing, massage therapy, shiatsu, and aromatherapy, are necessary.

Other tips:

• drink enough water 5 tips
  
• don't suppress the urge to have a bowel movement
  
• exercise

Address any change or abnormality in bowel movement with your physician immediately, as it can be a sign of a serious disorder.