But 61% of Women Have Them Bloating. Sudden food sensitivities. Constipation that appears out of nowhere. Doctors often hand-wave: “Eat fiber,” “Stress less,” “You’re getting older.” But the truth? Hormonal fluctuation directly impacts gut motility, enzyme production, and gut-brain signaling. A 2022 study from the American Gastroenterological Association found: 61% of midlife women experience new digestive symptoms 42% develop increased IBS-like symptoms during perimenopause 30% report food intolerances they never had before This is real physiology — not “being sensitive.” What actually helps, according to data: Women increasing soluble fiber by just 5g/day see 20% reduction in bloating. Probiotics containing Bifidobacterium lactis reduce constipation frequency by up to 57%. Eating the largest meal earlier in the day improves digestion and reduces nighttime reflux. Your gut is not failing you — it’s recalibrating. Your discomfort deserves to be seen, not dismissed. Tags: #Health #GutHealth