Human feces (or
faeces in
British English; ) are the
feces (solid waste products) of the
human digestive system, including
bacteria. They vary significantly in appearance (i.e. size, color, texture), according to the state of the
digestive system,
diet and general
health. Normally human feces are semisolid, with a
mucus coating. Small pieces of harder, less moist feces can sometimes be seen impacted on the
distal (leading) end. This is a normal occurrence when a prior
bowel movement is incomplete, and feces are returned from the
rectum to the
intestine, where water is absorbed.