Bloating & Constipation Before Your Period (Real Cause Explained)

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Bloated and constipated before your period every single month? This is NOT just PMS - and it’s not something you have to live with.In this video, I break down the real reason behind pre-period bloating and constipation, and how your gut health and hormones are deeply connected.👉 Download my free guide: How to Fix Constipation & Bloating (Step-by-Step)https://gutrevival.satorihealth.co/how-to-fix-constipationIf you struggle with PMS bloating, this will help you understand:- Why bloating and constipation happen before your period- The role of progesterone in slowing gut motility- How estrogen affects your digestion through your gut bacteria.- What the estrobolome is and why it matters- Why symptoms disappear when your period starts — and come back every monthWhat’s really happening:During the luteal phase, progesterone slows gut motility, leading to constipation and gas buildup. At the same time, gut dysbiosis can cause estrogen recirculation, amplifying bloating, water retention, and inflammation.This is not just a hormone issue — it’s a gut issue affecting your hormones.Practical tools discussed:• Magnesium citrate for constipation support• Liver and bile support for estrogen clearance• Calcium D-glucarate to reduce estrogen recirculation• Castor oil packs for bloating relief⚠️ Important: These strategies help manage symptoms — but lasting relief comes from addressing the root cause in your gut.Subscribe for science-backed gut health content on bloating, constipation, and digestion.🕒 CHAPTERS00:00 Bloated before your period00:30 Why this isn’t just PMS01:30 Common symptom pattern03:00 Hormone cycle explained05:00 Progesterone & constipation07:00 Estrogen & gut bacteria09:00 Estrogen recirculation11:00 Why symptoms disappear12:30 MMC & motility14:00 Functional testing explained16:00 What actually helps18:30 Final takeaway#bloating #pms #guthealth #constipation #hormones

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