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Symptoms, conditions and causes

What are the primary factors and underlying conditions that contribute to the development of constipation, and how do they impact overall digestive health?

There are four main root causes of constipation:

1. Lack of microbes/friendly bacteria in the gut

2. Lack of bile

3. Lack of stomach acid

4. Excess fiber from the wrong sources

Last updated: Oct 01, 2024 14:48 PM