Dr. Robynne Chutkan -- gastroenterologist at Georgetown University Hospital, founder of the Digestive Center for Women and author of the bestselling books Gutbliss; The Microbiome Solution; The Bloat Cure, and The Anti-Viral Gut -- is back to talk about constipation.Find out what poop actually is (and it’s likely not what you think) and the effects of constipation on the body like fatigue, bloating, heartburn, impaired detoxification, and more. Dr. Chutkan breaks down the different types of constipation and what causes them, from “anismus", shy bowel, pelvic floor disorders and hormones, to supplements and medications. Then, the things you need to know about different laxatives, stool softeners, salt water cleanses, enemas, and colonics, and how to fix our bowels to ensure regular, healthy poops every day to help us be healthier and feel better!

Guest Links:

The new course: Getting Regular: https://gutbliss.kartra.com/page/gettingregular

Her latest book,The Anti-Viral Gut: Tackling Pathogens from the Inside Out

Additional books: Gutbliss; The Microbiome Solution; The Bloat Cure

IG: @Gutbliss

Website: RobynneChutkan.com

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