Tag: Poop

According to research published in *Cell Host and Microbe*, diarrhea can be a defense mechanism for the body to flush out pathogens. It is very common to experience a change in bowel habits, including pooping more often when sick, as your body fights off an illness.

Did you know that human feces can remain in some arid environments for over a year? Understanding how long does it take for human poop to decompose is a complex environmental question with important implications for public health and sanitation practices.

A common misconception is that baby wipes, because they clean visible mess, also eliminate germs. In fact, most standard baby wipes are not formulated to kill bacteria or viruses, meaning they don't clean poop germs and can even spread them during a diaper change.