A recent competition in China put an uncomfortable but surprisingly common exercise problem into the spotlight: runner’s gut.

Why can intense exercise suddenly trigger diarrhea or an urgent need for the bathroom? And does taking Imodium (loperamide) before a race make sense?

In this episode of Trend Talk, we ask Larry, PharmD | Holistic Pharmacist Since 2006, to break down what may be happening inside the GI tract during strenuous exercise.

We discuss exercise intensity, changes in blood flow, hydration, caffeine, pre-race foods and supplements—and why automatically reaching for an antidiarrheal may not address the underlying trigger.

The bigger message: wellness isn’t about chasing every trend or reaching for another product. It’s about understand ...