The Real Reasons You’re Constipated (and What Actually Works) | Ep 380

The Real Reasons You’re Constipated (and What Actually Works) | Ep 380

Author: Erin Holt October 7, 2025 Duration: 45:08

Can’t poop? If you’ve tried hydration, magnesium, and fiber, but STILL struggle with chronic constipation, this episode breaks down why. Erin and TFN practitioner Nicole Antes, MS, RDN, FHP-C™ are talking about the real root causes of sluggish bowels, like low digestive capacity and mineral imbalances, to hidden microbiome issues and chronic nervous system stress. Fiber also sometimes makes constipation worse (!) 

Using a real client case study, Nicole shares how she helped a woman resolve decades-long constipation in just 3 months by layering digestive support, targeted nutrients, gut testing, and nervous system regulation.

This episode will help you rethink constipation beyond the quick fixes so you can finally understand how hydration, minerals, microbiome balance, vagal tone, and emotional release all work together for healthy digestion.

In this episode:

  • The #1 cause of chronic constipation (hint: dehydration!) and what your baseline water intake should look like
  • Erin’s favorite travel must-have for avoiding constipation while traveling
  • The fiber mistake that can make things worse if you have motility issues, plus the gut bacteria linked to methane gas
  • How chronic stress and a dysregulated nervous system literally shut off digestion
  • Erin’s go-to relief strategies, including coffee enemas and emotional “letting go” practices that address the energetic roots of constipation

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Erin Holt’s The Funk'tional Nutrition Podcast digs into the connections between what we eat, how our bodies function, and how we think and feel. This isn't about rigid diets or quick fixes. Instead, Erin, a functional nutritionist, facilitates honest conversations that often challenge conventional health narratives. You’ll hear deep dives into current nutrition topics, where she breaks down the science and practical application in an accessible way. The podcast also features interviews with pioneers and experts across the functional medicine and holistic wellness fields, offering a range of perspectives on achieving vitality. The tone is grounded, eye-opening, and intentionally funky-it’s a deliberate and refreshing twist on mainstream health information. Listening provides a sense of empowerment, moving beyond fear-based advice to a more nuanced understanding of personal health. Each episode is designed to inform and equip you with a different lens on wellness, blending holistic health, real food principles, and mind-body awareness. Tune in for a podcast that values depth, curiosity, and a functional approach to nutrition that actually makes sense for everyday life.
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