Yes, it is normal for stools to sink. It can be a sign of healthy stool. Stools may float if they contain excess gas, which may occur with a high fiber diet, or if the stool contains higher fat levels ...

A fecal fat test measures the amount of fat in a person’s stool. The test assesses the digestive function and absorption of fat in the gastrointestinal tract. Several medical conditions cause poor fat ...

Many questions relating to this unusual problem have led to the discussion of this topic this week. Fatty stools refer to human excrement that is perceived as fatty and foul-smelling; stool that ...