Why Advice on Constipation is Failing You

If you've ever been told to "just drink more water and take a laxative as needed" to fix your constipation, I'm here to tell you—that's not the whole truth.

As a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, I see this all the time. Women struggling with sluggish digestion, bloating, and irregularity, only to be given a generic, one-size-fits-all recommendation that barely scratches the surface.

And let’s be real—if these solutions actually worked long-term, you wouldn’t still be dealing with constipation, would you?

Here are 5 common myths about constipation that could be keeping you stuck—and what to do instead.

Myth #1: Laxatives Will Fix It

Laxatives might provide temporary relief, but relying on them long-term can make things worse. They don’t retrain your bowels, and some can even lead to dependence by weakening your body's natural ability to move waste.

Instead, your gut needs proper motility support—this means addressing nerve signaling, gut bacteria imbalances, and optimizing digestion so your bowels can function properly on their own.

Myth #2: Just Drink More Water

Yes, hydration is essential, but if your digestive system is sluggish, simply drinking more water won’t magically get things moving.

The real issue?

Digestive function, gut motility, and bile flow. If your body isn't breaking down food properly, no amount of water will fix the backup.

Myth #3: Pooping Every 3 Days is Normal

Many doctors will tell you that pooping anywhere from once a day to once every three days is "normal."

But just because it's common doesn’t mean it’s optimal.

💩 You should be having one to three well-formed bowel movements daily
💩 Your stool should be easy to pass (no straining!)
💩 Your transit time should be 12-18 hours

If you're not fully emptying daily, waste and toxins are sitting in your body longer than they should—leading to fatigue, bloating, and hormone imbalances.

Myth #4: Natural Laxatives Are Always Safe

Many so-called "natural" laxatives contain stimulant ingredients like senna, cascara, and aloe latex, which force your bowels to contract aggressively. This can lead to dependence, electrolyte imbalances, and even structural damage to the colon.

A safer, functional approach?

Supporting gut motility with minerals, fiber diversity, and strategic digestive support—without causing long-term harm.

Myth #5: Your Diet Doesn’t Matter

If your doctor told you that diet has nothing to do with constipation, they couldn’t be more wrong. Your gut bacteria, digestion, and transit time are directly impacted by what you eat.

Instead of generic fiber recommendations, I focus on balancing macronutrients, reducing gut irritants, addressing thyroid issues and optimizing digestion for your unique body.

How to Fix Constipation for Good

As a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, I take a root-cause approach—looking at gut health, hormone balance, and nervous system function to restore proper motility naturally.

If you're ready to stop guessing and start solving your digestion issues once and for all, join my level one program here.

Let’s get you back to feeling light, energized, and confident in your body again. 🚀