The Hidden Cause of Constipation

What's the Root Cause? by Dr Vikki Petersen · Mar 25, 2026 · 17m

Constipation isn’t just about what you eat — it’s about whether your gut is getting the right signals to move.

In the episode, Dr Vikki Petersen explains why you may be suffering from constipation.

3 secrets:

1.Your Gut Runs on Nerve Signals

Your gut runs on nerve signals -which are highly energy dependent.

Vitamin B1 is required to convert glucose → energy

With lower B1 → weaker nerve signaling - the gut isn’t getting strong, signals and the result is constipation.

Research- thiamine deficiency rates from about 20% to 90% depending on the population studied. Obese people - deficiency of 15%…