Mini Mikkipedia - Tackling Digestive Ups and Downs on a Protein-Sparing Fast
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Mini Mikkipedia - Tackling Digestive Ups and Downs on a Protein-Sparing Fast

13:17 Nov 9, 2025
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Miki dives into the often-avoided topic of digestion during protein-sparing modified fasts (PSMF). If you’ve ever wondered why your gut behaves differently on these lean-protein days, this one’s for you. Miki explains what’s happening physiologically—from changes in bile flow and microbiota to electrolyte shifts—and how these can lead to constipation or, less commonly, diarrhea. She walks through practical, evidence-based strategies to get your digestion back on track, including hydration, magnesium types, vitamin C dosing, bitters, and soothing supports like slippery elm. Learn how to troubleshoot gut symptoms so your PSMF days feel as good as they look on paper.Highlights:Why constipation is common on low-fat, low-fibre, high-protein daysHow bile flow, hydration, and electrolytes affect gut motilityMagnesium, vitamin C, and bitters as tools for smoother digestionGentle fixes for diarrhea and when to adjust supplementsThe transitional nature of gut changes during PSMF Contact Mikki:https://mikkiwilliden.com/https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutritionhttps://www.instagram.com/mikkiwilliden/https://linktr.ee/mikkiwillidenNZ listeners - save 10% off Calocurb by using the code Mikkipedia10 at www.calocurb.co.nzSave 20% on all Nuzest Products WORLDWIDE with the code MIKKI at www.nuzest.co.nz, www.nuzest.com.au or www.nuzest.comCurranz supplement: MIKKI saves you 25% at www.curranz.co.nz or www.curranz.co.uk off your first order
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