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What is Constipation?
Constipation is defined as infrequent, difficult, or incomplete bowel movements, often accompanied by bloating, abdominal pain, and hard stools. It can be classified as either IBS-C (constipation-dominant irritable bowel syndrome) or Functional Constipation, where the condition persists without an identifiable cause.
Our perspective at The Functional Gut Health Clinic is that there are always a root cause for constipation. So, we specialize in helping our clients identify theirs.
Our Approach to Constipation
We combine advanced functional testing, targeted protocol recommendations, and foundational strategies to restore healthy digestion and motility for lasting gut health. Here’s how we approach constipation with our clients:
Reset strategies for immediate relief
We begin by implementing short-term strategies to relieve constipation while we work on long-term healing, without prolonging your suffering or discomfort. These may include magnesium protocols, flushes, and digestive support to get your system moving and provide immediate comfort.Testing to identify constipation root causes
Next, we use functional lab testing to uncover the underlying reasons for your constipation, such as gut infections, SIBO, or other functional imbalances.Addressing the root causes
Once we identify the root causes, we tailor personalized protocol recommendations to help you address them. This could involve antimicrobials, microbiome support, motility agents, and more.Building a strong foundation for long-term gut health
While addressing the root causes of your constipation, we also focus on creating a strong foundation for lifelong gut health. This includes optimizing digestion, improving detoxification, managing stress, and making dietary adjustments to ensure lasting results and prevent future constipation relapse.
By following these four steps, we help clients achieve not just symptom relief but sustainable, healthy bowel function that supports overall well-being.
Common Questions about Constipation
What are the common causes of constipation?
Common causes of constipation often include underlying gut infections, such as bacterial overgrowth or parasites, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), and food sensitivities that trigger inflammation. These root causes are frequently overlooked in traditional diagnoses, making proper testing essential to uncover and address the underlying issue effectively.
What foods can help with constipation relief?
Foods that can help relieve constipation include high-fiber options like chia seeds, flaxseeds, leafy greens, and fruits such as apples and pears. Magnesium-rich foods like spinach and vitamin C sources like kiwi can also aid digestion. Additionally, healthy fats from avocados and probiotic-rich foods like sauerkraut support gut health and regularity. Learn more here.
How can constipation affect my overall health?
Chronic constipation can lead to discomfort, bloating, and even more serious health issues like hemorrhoids, anal fissures, and increased toxicity in the body due to impaired detoxification. Long-term constipation may also point to deeper imbalances in your gut health, which can impact energy levels, mood, and overall well-being. That’s why we focus on both immediate relief and long-term strategies to restore proper gut function.
What our clients are saying
I feel cured, I can eat almost whatever I want without experimenting abdominal pain, I can go out with friends without being stressed about my guts. Thank you Christina, you literally changed my life.”
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Benjamin (Occitanie, France)
“Thank you so much. I’d had moments of true despair, however now as my symptoms abate and my energy returns I’m overwhelmed by how fortunate I am to have found Mikaela and Bella. For this I will never be able to thank you enough.”
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Emma (Kentucky, USA)
Our team of constipation specialists
We’re committed to uncovering and addressing the root causes of constipation to help our clients experience the quality of life they deserve. Using advanced functional testing and personalized treatment plans, we help restore healthy digestion and long-term bowel function. With a focus on holistic, evidence-based strategies, our specialists work with you to achieve lasting relief and overall gut health, supporting you every step of the way.
Constipation Knowledge Base Articles & Resources
Root Causes of Constipation
Chronic constipation always has a root cause, so:
> What’s wrong with the definitions of IBS-C and Functional Constipation?
> What’s the difference between a symptom and a root cause?
> The top 3 constipation root causes that your doctor probably isn’t testing for
> Why you need to test for your root causes before you can properly heal
Foods for Constipation Relief
Diet can be an important intervention, which means it’s helpful to understand:
> How foods can provide constipation relief via three different mechanisms
> The most scientifically proven foods for constipation relief
> Why dietary laxatives aren’t a long-term solution
Side Effects of Constipation
Why constipation is a HUGE health risk that you need to clear out ASAP, including:
> What exactly is constipation?
> How chronic constipation can wreak havoc with your health
> 10 side effects of constipation
Constipation mistakes
Having healed my own constipation as well as for countless others, we’ve made and seen almost every mistake under the sun when it comes to chronic constipation. We’re all human, after all. But, if you are new to this journey, we want to help you learn from the experiences of those who’ve come before you and avoid some of the many pitfalls on the road ahead.
Methane SIBO and Constipation
An additional guide about this unique form of SIBO, outlining:
> Why methane SIBO is different
> The methane SIBO and constipation connection
> Testing for methane SIBO
> Methane SIBO interventions
Chronic Constipation Clear-Out Guide [FREE Download]
A comprehensive 16-page guide that includes clinical techniques and advice we give our 1:1 functional nutrition clients to get things moving when everything else fails.
The Constipation Masterclass
Online course for those suffering from chronic constipation, including:
> 6 modules, 40 videos and over 5 hours of content from Functional Nutritionist and constipation expert, Bella Lindemann
> Downloadable presentations and transcripts of every lesson in PDF format
> 20 printable handouts and worksheets in PDF format
If you’re looking to work with a team of constipation experts, we’re here to help.
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