Whether it is normal to have bowel movements 3 to 4 times a day depends on the shape of the stools. If the stools are normal in shape, without mucus, pus or blood, and there is no discomfort during bowel movements, then it is normal. If the stool is loose or watery, or there is mucus, pus and blood, or there is abdominal pain and other discomforts, then it is not normal. Most people usually have 1~2 bowel movements a day, and a few people have more frequent bowel movements. The number of bowel movements is not the key, you should pay attention to the nature of the stool and whether there is any discomfort when you have a bowel movement. Normal stools are yellow or yellow-brown in color, with a foul odor, no mucus, pus or blood, and no obvious discomfort during defecation. If this is not the case and there is an increase in the number of bowel movements, an abnormal problem may be considered. If there is significant discomfort, it is recommended to go to the hospital to find out what is going on and get treatment under a doctor’s supervision.