CONSTIPATION? DON'T JUST TAKE LAXATIVES. FIX THE ROOT CAUSES! 🚽 Your Gut Needs the Right Conditions to Stay Clean and Regular! Think of your digestive system like a house. To clean a house, you need a broom, water and someone to supervise the work. Your intestines are no different! 1. FIBRE – YOUR NATURAL BROOM 🧹 Eat fibre-rich fruits, vegetables, whole grains, seeds and legumes. Fibre adds bulk to stool and helps promote regular bowel movements. 2. WATER – YOUR CLEANING FLUID 💧 Drink enough water throughout the day. Fibre needs adequate fluid to work properly and help keep stools soft. 3. THYROID – YOUR METABOLIC SUPERVISOR ⚙️ Your thyroid helps regulate metabolism and gut movement. An underactive thyroid can contribute to constipation. Nutrients important for thyroid function include iodine, selenium, zinc and iron. Copper also plays a role in overall metabolism. Avoid taking supplements without assessing your needs. 4. MAGNESIUM – SUPPORT FOR MUSCLES AND NERVES Magnesium supports normal muscle and nerve function, including the muscles involved in bowel movements. Adequate intake is important. 5. VAGUS NERVE – THE GUT-BRAIN CONNECTION 🧠 Your vagus nerve helps regulate digestive activity and communication between your brain and gut. Gentle ways to support relaxation and vagal activity include: Slow, deep breathing. Gentle humming. Relaxation and meditation. Splashing cool water on your face (if comfortable). 6. MOVEMENT – KEEP YOUR GUT MOVING 🚶 Daily walking, physical activity and responding to the urge to pass stool can help support healthy bowel habits. 🌿 THE BOTTOM LINE: Constipation is not always just a fibre problem. Hydration, diet, thyroid function, medications, physical activity, pelvic floor function and gut-brain communication can all play a role. Don't just chase temporary relief. Understand the underlying cause! Dr. Kohli's Wellness Natural Health. Multiple Pathways to Wellness. ⚠️ Disclaimer: This post is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Persistent or new constipation, blood in stool, unexplained weight loss, severe abdominal pain or vomiting requires medical assessment. There is no single permanent cure for all causes of constipation. #ConstipationRelief #GutHealth #DigestiveHealth #NaturalHealth #HealthyGut - @dr.kohlis.herbal