Do blueberries make toddler poop black?

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asked Oct 16 in Toddler/Preschooler by ChristineCarter22 (400 points)
Do blueberries make toddler poop black?

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answered Oct 16 by Salmorejo (47,080 points)
Blueberries can make a toddlers poop black due to the pigments in the blueberries.

Blueberries have pigments called anthocyanin pigments that can give the toddlers poop a dark blue or black color.

When your toddler eats large amounts of blueberries, the pigments can concentrate in the toddlers poop and result in a black appearance to the poop, which is temporary and harmless.

As long as your toddler is otherwise healthy and well and they don't have any other symptoms like diarrhea, vomiting or abdominal pain they should be okay.

If the black poop in your toddler lasts longer than a few days even after they stop eating the blueberries or they have any other symptoms they should see a doctor.

Type 6 poop for toddlers is poop that has a soft and mushy consistency, resembles porridge or gravy and the type 6 poop in toddlers may have ragged edges or fluffy pieces.

Causes of type 6 poop in toddlers are diarrhea, gastrointestinal infections such as norovirus or rotavirus, food allergies or intolerance's and lactose intolerance.

Type 6 poop in toddlers that happens occasionally is usually not a cause for any concern.

Although if the type 6 poop in your toddler is persistent or frequent it could indicate an electrolyte imbalance, dehydration or even an underlying health issue like inflammatory bowel disease.

To manage the type 6 poop in toddlers ensure the toddler is getting enough fluid and staying hydrated by ensuring the toddler drinks plenty of water, clear broth, milk or natural juices.

Avoid giving your toddler any sugary foods or sugary drinks which can worsen the diarrhea.

And monitor your toddler for any possible signs of dehydration, like decreased urination, dry mouth, sunken eyes, not enough wet diapers etc.

And if the diarrhea in your toddler lasts longer than 24 hours or gets worse the toddler should see a doctor to be safe.

Type 6 poop in toddlers is also known as loose stools or diarrhea and is from the Bristol Stool Form Scale.

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