Constipation?

So I know this is a gross subject..........but

Anyone else have a real problem with not going to the bathroom #2 ? Sometimes it's several days, to even at once point maybe 12 days.    I was told to start with Siggis yogurt and get some Sogar probiodics to fix it immediately.

 

Hi Sleepless,
You're right, very few people want to talk about this - but it's important. If you aren't regular (at least once a day), then there's toxins that your body is reabsorbing through the waste. When I first started with the treatments that have given me the most healing - we started with stopping the intestinal cramps and spasms and getting my intestines to function well enough that I would go at least that once a day minimum.

Above all, make sure you drink lots of water - 8 - 8ounce glasses is barely enough for me most of the time.

If you aren't experiencing the intestinal cramps and spasms, then it's a lot easier to get back on track. Although probiotics will help, it could easily take more than that to correct the problem. I would suggest that you start with increasing your fiber - not just in the foods you eat, but get a fiber supplement (metamucil, citracel, etc.). You may need to try out a few before you find one that works for you, so I would suggest that you only buy the smaller bottles until you find that one that works.

From time to time I also need to take a stool softener. These can help tremendously when the bm is quite hard or in little "pellets".

When I'm doing what I'm supposed to be doing and still end up with constipation for more than a day or two (my intestines are really touchy), then I will use Milk of Magnesia. ~I get absolutely no compensation of any kind from this company~ It's the gentlest and sure fire way for me to get my intestines functioning again. I've learned how much to take depending on how much trouble I'm having that day. If you take a little too much, you'll want to not stray very far from a toilet, but it works!

If you're "in trouble" with your intestines right now, I do have other suggestions, and I'd be happy to post them if you would like me to. Unfortunately, I have waaaayyyy too much experience with this!

I went on a 5 day juice cleanse (it was easier than I thought it would be), by day 2 I was regular and have been ever since. Perhaps that is n option.

Thank you for all of the suggestions. I know it's not the most fun subjects to discuss   but it needs to be talked about.

There is nothing "normal" about me, but normal for me is I guess going #2 twice per week. I have noticed oatmeal can help.

I was told no sugar, so activia was a big NO. However, I was told there is a yogurt called Siggis. It's an icelandic yogurt and has very little sugar in it. In fact, it's very tart and tart and thick and is only sweetened with organic cane juice. It's also supposed to have extra probiodics. No hormones or abx given to the cows..all organic and I have been having one of those a day plus started the probiodics yesterday (Sogar probiodic beads) It says take 1-3 beads per day. I took one because I am quite petite and wasn't sure how it would react with me.

It worked...I went this morning.   So that makes twice since Sunday.

I'm so confused. I have been like this for a long time. I really don't go #2 very often. Sometimes during my menstral cycle I go more often like daily. But that's really the only time I can go once per day.

My husband has been freaked out about my bathroom habits for a long time. I've been pretty sick the whole time we've been married.

 

YinYang,

I've always had problems with the #2 thing too AND I've even had my gallbladder out (which for many causes the opposite problem). I've thought about doing a juice fast. How long ago did you do it?

Thanks

Happy tummy updates are great!!!

I'm so very glad to hear that you found something that works!!! It's sooo important to have our innerds working well!! Congratulations!!!

That's right, Sleepless!! We will even celebrate you going to the bathroom better with you!!! Giggle! Even those who don't deal with this particular problem understand the excitement of having improvement in something!!! I'm so glad that you were able to get things working again!

A word of caution - you may be like me and even what we see as small, insignificant stresses may cause constipation again - I get constipated because of pain even. So watch yourself closely. When your innerds seem to be slowing down quite a bit again, be proactive and take action to correct the situation before it gets completely out of control again.

Miralax is supposed to be good. However, the less meds for me the better. This may sound a little icky, but get an enema bucket! It is not as bad as it sounds. I make sure I go everyday, and if I don't, I use my handy bucket! It is not as bad as it sounds. If anyone is interested, I can let you know where I ordered it from (I do not get endorsements). Just a suggestion.

I was shocked with all the antibiotics I have been taking along with probiotics to have constipation! Glad to know I am not alone. Will try some of the helpful hints mentioned

I'm going to have to research and buy some of that probiotic....

I just did 4-5 magnesium Ivs whcih created its own set of problems, however for the first time in likely 53 years
(i am 53), i am having regular BM;s every morning except when i detox too much

i am also currently on magnesium chloride oil with dmso which is an r/x

lyme and metals severely deplete magnesium

orally mag malate is best, i believe as mag citrate is made from aspergillus (Mold)..mag aspartate and gliutamate are excitatory to our brain and also not suggested..mag malate has ana cidoc base as its from aplles as well (the malate) and that is ssaid to helpw ith absorption

mag must be taken 3-4 hrs away from calcium as it blocks calcium absorption

Michael

Hi Barbvan,
Stimulant type of laxatives, like senna are not safe to use daily.

Magnesium is often used to help regulate the bowels for many on here. How much Magnesium did you use? It should be to 'bowel tolerance'. This only means to start off on a low dose, then build up slowly until you have diarrhea- at which point you back your dosage back down until your bowels move regularly without having diarrhea.

What do you mean by your lower intestines seem to be very acidic? What are your symptoms, if you don't mind? Or we can talk privately in an email, if you wish.

Sorry about that. I've gotten so open about all of this I seem to forget! But, it is important to know about and you may be helping someone who can't bring themselves to post about it! Although if you wish, you can email me and this can be more private.

Are you avoiding acidic and spicy foods? (Have to ask)

Are you drinking plenty of lemon water? This will actually help your body stay more alkaline.

Are you taking plenty of probiotics? Even when someone isn't having intestinal issues, they need to take at least 30,000 - 50,000 units a day - so your dose should be higher. For me, usually when I experience the burning it means that I need to increase my probiotics for a bit.