This article discusses the applications of human coprolite data in archeological research. It points out methods used for recognizing prehistoric coprolite specimens and then explains effective procedures for their analysis. Under ideal circumstances human coprolites can yield data pertinent to the understanding of seasonality, paleoenvironmental conditions, food preparation techniques, actual diet preferences and the general health of the individual. This can be achieved through the identification and analysis of coprolite contents which are of ten composed of fossil pollen, seeds and other plant remains, phytoliths feathers, bones, hair shell, insect chitin, parasites and non-organic compounds such as sand and dirt.