12/29/2025
Constipation is more than “not going enough.”
It can show up as straining, hard stools, incomplete evacuation, bloating, or relying on laxatives to have a bowel movement — and it’s far more common than most people realize.
During Constipation Awareness Month, a few evidence-based reminders:
• Fiber matters — but how and how fast you add it matters just as much
• Fluids, movement, and routine all play a role
• Chronic constipation isn’t a failure of willpower
• “More fiber” isn’t always the right first step
If constipation is persistent, painful, or interfering with quality of life, it’s worth addressing — not normalizing or ignoring.
