Everything you need to know about Constipation — erinlamb

MOVEMENT (more than a bowel movement ;)) – aim for 20 minutes of movement a day! Get outside for a walk and enjoy the weather!!

FLAXSEED – add 1-2 TBSP of flaxseed to your diet daily. I love to include flax in pancake form. Search “Regular” Gluten Free Pancakes for a yummy recipe! (When increasing fiber ALWAYS increase your water intake)

SQUATTY POTTY – or any stool for that matter! This helps your body be in a more natural position to poop.MAGNESIUM CITRATE – helps bring water in the colon so it is easier to pass.

REMEMBER you need to figure out the underlying issues + remove the triggers. These tips can help temporarily but will not solve the problem. We need to figure out the WHY!

BUT THE BIG QUESTION…..

What can happen if you don’t treat constipation?

– hormone imbalances

– fecal impaction

– bowel obstruction

– anal fissures

– rectal bleeding

– rectal prolapse

– hemorrhoidsNone of these sound desirable IMO….We want to prevent constipation from getting to a point where these complications can occur + develop proper habits to keep things regular! We talked about some simple natural constipation remedies which can work like a charm – but it’s important to remember… these will NOT fix the problem of your constipation. Although they can provide relief, they may not target the underlying pathophysiology.

Are you ready to live a life that doesn’t revolve around constipation + be able to enjoy the things you love more? In the Good Gut Method, we work on discovering the underlying issues that are contributing to your constipation so you can find LONG TERM solutions + get your life back! Enrol in the Good Gut Method today to get to the bottom of your constipation 😉

***If you haven’t pooped in a week or more, it’s important to seek medical attention to avoid severe complications.***

xo erin