Constipation is not seen as just a mechanical issue in the gut, but as a signal that the body’s internal environment is out of balance. Factors such as poor nutrition, low fiber intake, dehydration, toxin buildup, stress, and gut microbiome imbalances can all contribute to slowed digestion and elimination. Rather than only addressing symptoms, terrain medicine focuses on supporting the whole system by nourishing the gut with fiber and nutrients, improving hydration, restoring healthy microbial balance, reducing toxic load, and calming the nervous system. When the body’s terrain is balanced and resilient, digestion and elimination function more efficiently, supporting overall health and vitality.