Constipation: The Hidden Cause of Brain Fog, Anxiety, and Poor Sleep

Could constipation be behind your brain fog, anxiety, irritability, poor sleep, or low mood?

In this solo episode, Rachel breaks down one of the most overlooked contributors to mental and physical health: constipation. Many people assume they're not constipated because they're having regular bowel movements, but healthy digestion is about more than frequency. Rachel explains what optimal bowel movements actually look like, why slow transit time can increase inflammation and toxic burden, and how this can affect the gut-brain axis, hormones, histamine, sleep, energy, and mood.

You'll also learn a simple at-home transit time test, common signs of hidden constipation, and some of the safest approaches clinicians use to support healthy bowel movements and detoxification pathways.

In This Episode

• Why constipation can contribute to brain fog, anxiety, depression, and insomnia
• How slow transit time may increase inflammation and toxin recirculation
• The connection between constipation, hormones, histamine, and the gut-brain axis
• Signs you may be constipated even if you're having bowel movements
• The "corn transit test" for estimating digestive transit time
• Magnesium citrate vs. magnesium oxide vs. magnesium glycinate
• Why addressing constipation may improve energy, mood, and overall health

Resources Mentioned

• Magnesium citrate and magnesium oxide are commonly used osmotic supports for stool softening (discuss with your healthcare provider before making changes to your routine).

Disclaimer
This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding your individual health needs.