This episode is dedicated to our beautiful friend, Rachel Aldridge, who devoted her career to helping others through naturopathy and her work in the gut health space. Rach is so loved and she will be deeply missed xx This week, Rebecca Edwards, Director of Education at Activated Probiotics, is back with Karly for another very interesting chat, this time about constipation and the role of probiotics in constipation relief.  Tune in to find out: Why data on constipation prevalence is rare Education further required around what a healthy bowel motion looks and feels like Factors that increase your chances of constipation Diagnosis criteria for chronic constipation All about the muscular physiology of the digestive tract The strong connections between gut health and mental health Why constipation can be exacerbated by the menstrual cycle and pregnancy Rebecca shares some very interesting studies and recent constipation research Interested in the research Rebecca mentioned? Find the Biome Lax formulation research paper here! Are you a practitioner looking for guidance while supporting clients with SIBO? Sign up to the SIBO Food Roadmap Training for Practitioners and become a Certified SIBO Food Roadmap Practitioner! Are you a client suffering from SIBO and seeking relief with diet therapy? Reach out and join the Nourished Gut Program to utilise the SIBO Food Roadmap in your treatment plan. Download my Gut 40 eBook for guidance on how to start nourishing your gut. Do you have an unhealthy gut? Take my Gut Health Quiz and find out now! Head over to karlyraven.com for more Nourished Gut episodes, free resources, and information about my programs. __________________________________________________________________________ DISCLAIMER This podcast information is provided for educational purposes only, and is intended to be used only in conjunction with individual support from a professionally qualified and trained practitioner. It does not claim to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease and is not a substitute for appropriately qualified medical advice. It is a condition of use that you take full responsibility for your own health, safety and wellbeing, conduct your own research, consult your healthcare provider and make informed choices about what is right for you before making any changes to your diet or lifestyle.