I started to have the same problem a few years ago. But after starting to take magnesium tablets every day (I take two), the problem cleared up. Magnesium is an essential mineral for calcium and potassium assimilation. It's involved in nerve and muscle impulses, enzyme reactions,and heart muscle health and more. AND can stimulate the urge to go. It is, by the way, what milk of magnesia is made of.

To get a time idea on timing from taking magnesium until the urge occurs, I take two in the early evening and the urge occurs the next morning. (^_^)

I hope this helps. Karen

I had the exact same problem when I did the high protein thing. I ignored it because I thought my body looked so much better that I had to be doing the right thing. The constipation grew worse and worse, that's how I ended up on this board.

I would get off protein for a while eat lots of veggies, fruits, water and take Bromelain. If this makes a difference I think you have your answer.

I found out one diet doesn't fit all.


Hope this helps,

Dahlimama

What is your protein source...since you're not eating beef, chicken or pork? If you're using soy...it has its own set of problems!

Increase your intake of low carb vegetables...and use additional fiber, if necessary. High protein, low carb diets often do not contain enough fiber which provides the bulk necessary to keep the bowel muscle toned and peristalsis strong. Also...make sure to drink plenty of water when using fiber to keep things moving! The combination of fiber and water is the key to strengthening the bowel muscle!

In addition...make sure that you have enough good oil in your diet...it stimulates bile flow which is the body's natural laxative.

And avoid taking laxatives...they will make your problem worse! Vit C and magnesium can both produce laxative-like effects without the problems associated with herbs like senna...colonics or enemas are also a good alternative. A series of colonics can also reverse a 'lazy' colon...acts like a mini internal resistance exercise for the bowel muscle.

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