Do You Suffer From Constipation?

Constipation impacts millions of people every day. If you’re experiencing constipation, you’re not alone! Constipation is defined as a lack of regular (daily) bowel movements, straining during elimination, hard stools, incomplete bowel movements, or discomfort around elimination. If you’re not pooping 1-3 times a day, you may be constipated. The standard “go-to” for relief is usually over-the-counter laxatives, but more natural remedies are available. I’ve listed below a few things you can try that have worked for me.

Foods to Include in Your Diet

• High fiber foods

• Green leafy vegetables

• Flax meal

• Flax oil

• Chia seeds

• Soaked prunes or figs (along with soaking water)

Foods to Avoid

• Known food intolerances

• Processed foods

• Dairy

• Fried foods

• Refined wheat products

• Caffeine

• Alcohol

Supplements

• Aloe vera juice

• Psyllium husks

• Magnesium

• Probiotics

Here are a few remedies you can try if you are constipated:

Flax Cocktail

Add one full teaspoon of ground flax seeds in 8oz water. Drink quickly. Follow with a second glass of water to move fiber through the body. You can also do this with Chia Seeds.

Prunes

Soak 2–3 prunes overnight in 4–6 oz. of water. In the morning, drink the prune water before breakfast. Eating the prunes is optional.

Aloe Vera Juice

Choose a juice that is 100% aloe vera with no added sugars. Drink 1⁄4 cup in the morning and 1⁄4 cup in the evening. Aloe is known to help reduce inflammation and improve movement through the colon.

Flax oil

Consume 1 tbsp of oil per day. It can be taken alone, added to smoothies, or made into a salad dressing. Keep flax oil in the fridge and do not heat.

Magnesium

Magnesium is known for its ability to help get things moving and improve transit time. Start with 400mg taken at bedtime. (Consult with your doctor before starting any new supplementation).

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