If you’ve been struggling with constipation and nothing has been working, then this is the episode for you. Constipation is incredibly uncomfortable and may be an indication that there are issues with your digestive tract. We got a better understanding of what may be happening in the body and treatment options with GI expert Tamara Duker Freuman, MS, RD, CDN. Tamara is New York City-based registered dietitian and America's Trusted Digestive Nutrition Expert. She holds a master’s degree in clinical nutrition from New York University, is a member of New York Gastroenterology Associates, where her clinical practice specializes in managing digestive disorders through diet.   In This Episode We’ll Cover: The clinical definition for chronic constipation Different types of constipation and what they’re caused by Treatment approaches for constipation relief Lifestyle strategies that can help Whether or not probiotics are helpful + MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup/   HOOKUP Codes:  Join Thrive Market today and get $80 in free groceries at ThriveMarket.com/HEAVEN Dry Farm Wines is offering an extra bottle in your first box for a penny (because it’s alcohol, it can’t be free) AT DryFarmWines.com/foodheaven Open an Aspiration Account at Aspiration.com/FOODHEAVENDEBIT and move your money out of fossil fuel   For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. ________ Resources: Book: The Bloated Belly Whisperer Book: Regular Twitter: tamaraduker Instagram: bloatedbellywhisperer  FB: bloatedbellywhisperer   Produced by Dear Media   Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.