Ep. 101: If Magnesium Isn’t Working for Constipation, Here’s Why

You started magnesium for constipation. It worked. And then… it didn’t. Now you’re increasing the dose, relying on it nightly, and wondering why your body won’t cooperate. Here’s the truth: if magnesium stopped working, it’s not because you need more of it. Magnesium can support bowel movements. But it doesn’t fix the reason your system slowed down in the first place. In this episode, I break down: • What magnesium actually does (and what it doesn’t) • The mineral patterns I see when it “stops working” • Why potassium, bile flow, and stress matter more than you think • How you can poop daily and still be constipated • What actually restores long-term rhythm instead of relying on stimulation Constipation is rarely just a colon issue. It’s often a top-down digestion issue. If you’re tired of bandaids and want a personalized, step-by-step plan to restore your digestion from the root, this is exactly the work we do inside gutTogether. Find the real root causes of your GI symptoms with our free, 2 minute Quiz! Connect + Next Steps Want daily education, stories, and gut-friendly support? Heather on Instagram Ready for personalized 1:1 support and a clear plan? Apply for gutTogether® Want a chance to win a free HTMA Bundle? Leave a rating & review and email it to happygut@drheatherfinley.co with [PODCAST REVIEW] in the subject line! We choose a new winner every month!