Constipation is frequently linked to poor gut health and inflammation. An imbalance in gut bacteria can slow digestion, leading to harder, less frequent stools. Chronic inflammation affects the muscles and nerves of the digestive tract, further disrupting normal bowel movements. According to a study published in the American Journal of Gastroenterology, around 30% of people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) experience chronic constipation due to gut dysbiosis. Additionally, a 2018 study in Gut found that increasing dietary fiber intake improved constipation
in 80% of participants by promoting a healthier gut microbiome.