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Number of bowl movements

My 17 year old son tells me he has about 3 bowel movements a day. He is very very thin, but otherwise strong and healthy. Is this ok?
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Actually, according to Dr. Oz, we should all go like that. So yes, he be in great health!
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Yes some folks go a lot some go every few days, is he eating well , as he is thin, do you make sure he has a couple of full meals a day,as he is strong and healthy and it isnt diarireha ,he is okay , if you are concerned take him to see the Doc for a check up.
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