Does a High-Protien Diet Cause Constipation?

With high protein diets getting a lot of attention these days, we’ve received a question from a listener (that we also get in the nutrition counseling room) about digestive changes: “I recently upped my protein intake, but now I’m dealing with constipation. Any suggestions to help?” This is common, but constipation doesn’t need to be your new normal! There are simple solutions to help you get back on track if you are noticing being more constipated since increasing your protein. In today’s episode, we’ll cover why you might want to increase your protein, signs and symptoms of constipation, and tips to ensure you’re having one bowel movement every day.