20. Why You’re Still Constipated (Deep Dive on Constipation with Dr Carmen Fong)

Send a text Struggling with constipation, diarrhea, or hemorrhoids—and not sure why? In this gut health deep dive, Jessie Wong is joined by colorectal surgeon and Constipation Nation author Dr. Carmen Fong to unpack the real reasons your IBS symptoms might still be flaring up, even when you're doing “everything right.” In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ✔️ What GLP-1 meds are really doing to your digestion ✔️ Constipation fixes that actually work (food, fibre, hydration & more) ✔️ The truth about hemorrhoids, fissures & rectal health ✔️ Why poop stigma leads to misdiagnosis and late treatment ✔️ Which gut health trends to skip (microbiome tests, detoxes, etc.) ✔️ How to know if your symptoms are food or lifestyle related Timestamps: [00:00] Meet Dr. Carmen Fong [03:41] GLP-1 medications & affect on gut [11:06] Breaking stigma on poop [19:15] Relieve constipation without meds [21:18] Hemorrhoids, fissures & rectal health [33:47] Debunking myths: gut microbiome tests, food sensitivity tests [53:04] The low FODMAP diet [59:51] Colon cleanses, detoxes & intermittent fasting [01:07:01] How restriction leads to food obsession [01:12:28] Final thoughts – trust your gut, advocate for better health Resources Mentioned: Episode 15 Episode 6 Episode 17 www.carmenfong.com Instagram: Dr. Carmen Fong Get Dr. Carmen Fong’s book https://carmenfong.com/best-gut-health-book ⭐ Love this episode? Leave us a 5-star review! It helps us reach more people who need IBS support. As a special bonus, I want to give you FREE access to my signature IBS Course. • Leave a review of this podcast • Email a screenshot of your review to info@ibsdietitian.com Get our help: 🌟 Join IBS Freedom Program - https://ibsdietitian.com/group-program/ 👩🏻‍⚕️ Make an appointment https://ibsdietitian.com/1-1-appointments/ 🖥️ Affordable IBS Self-Paced Course https://ibsdietitian.com/ibs-freedom/ 🔔 Stay Connected & Get More Support 📷 Follow us on Instagram: @ibs.dietitian 💬 Join our Facebook Community: IBS Support For Women Free Resources: 🖥️ Free IBS Relief Masterclass: https://ibsdietitian.com/masterclass 📋 Free Symptom Tracker – Start tracking your symptoms today: https://poopedia.org/resources 🔗 Download your FREE Low FODMAP Starter Guide (grocery list, meal plan, and food swaps): https://ibsdietitian.com/resources/