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A Vast Improvement For My Humane Bowel Movement.

A Vast Improvement For My Humane Bowel Movement.

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I started having problems with bowel movement.  I am a pretty old person and this might be age related.  I was not going as often as I knew I should.  My first solution was taking the product MiraLAX.   MiraLAX softens stools, which for me, worked very well but then caused a new problem.

 

 

It worked very well.  I took it for over one year but it had one significant down side.  I found that I had to use a very large amount of toilet paper.  My stools were way too soft.  I came to realize and fear that I would not be able to travel by air or bus.

My current solution is using MetaMUCIL.   For me, MetaMUCIL allows for regular bowel movement but the stools are not soft and messy.

 

 

Every morning, I add a .022 oz on-the-go, sugar free, orange flavor, psyllium fiber supplement to a glass of Figi water and stir the powder into the water until there is no lumping.  I drink the MetaMUCIL packet contents with my morning medications and vitamins.  Now, I use very little toilet paper; a near perfect solution.

I also eat two MetaMUCIL FIBER THINS cracker (2 are in each envelope) when I take my morning walk.  I always take water with me on my walk because these crackers some times really need some water.

 

 

I still use MiraLAX whenever I find myself not having a bowel movement for a period of time.

Please note that you should be careful taking any of these products because you are most definitely different in so many ways than the author.  Consider talking to your doctor before you try any of these products.  Also, you might consider adding anything new to your diet slowly and maybe keep a log listing date and time of the results you detect.

Good Luck!

 

 

 

Posted:  5-13-2023

Health Problem: Can Not Digest Meat Properly

Health Problem: Can Not Digest Meat Properly

Problem:  Unable to properly process meat.   This is often times a hereditary factor passed on from parents.  My mother almost died from bowel impaction.  History on my mother’s side shows diverticulitis is prevalent.

Solution:  I use three over the counter products to solve this problem.  Two products, Metamucil and wheat grass are mixed with banana, Greek yogurt, berries and fruit juice to create a smoothie each morning.  By the way, I use a Vitamix blender.  That blender is simply the best.  The prune juice is consumed before going to bed, only on days I eat meat.  I do have some pretty interesting dreams as a result of drinking the prune juice.

  • Unfiltered prune juice prior to going to bed (1/4 to 1/2 glass).
  • Metamucil, orange flavor, mixed in a smoothie (1 tsp to 1 tbsp).
  • Wheat grass mixed as part of a smoothie.  This will cause gas so use small amounts (1/2 tsp) when you begin using this ingredient.  This product is not all that easy to find.  I use Amazing Grass Organic Wheat Grass Powder contains 100% organic, whole leaf wheat grass”.  I purchase mine from GNC.  This product is readily available using the Internet.

 Disclaimer:  Please consult with your doctor before taking any of these products.  Each person is different and probably reacts to products differently.  Each person has or may have existing medical condition that precludes taking one or more of these products.  When taking a new product, take it slow.  Take even smaller doses than I describe as you begin.  Keep a journal of what you eat including these ingredients and write down any symptoms.  If you notice any symptom that is not beneficial or concerns you, STOP taking the product!  You are responsible for your health. Read labels.  Research label ingredients so you know how each may affect you.  Be careful.