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Is Gelatin a Laxitive?
I bought some Knox gelatin, intending to just try it, after reading a few people say it had helped them with sleep, pain, fatigue, and weight loss.
I've been mostly Paleo AIP for …
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Constipation and Inflamed colon/intestines?
This question is for my mother 51y/o 5'5" 200 lbs, she is doing a ketogenic paleo diet, but she has problems going to the bathroom, my mother has use LOTS of laxatives in the past, …
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Why is sauerkraut juice such a potent laxative?
Hi there,
sauerkraut juice contains a lot of lactic acid, some salt and hopefully very dedicated bacteria strains.
But whenever I drink a small cup of it, it punches my gut like …
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Does anyone have any good studies on laxative use by children?
My niece an nephew (twins) went through potty training several months ago, however, they both were experiencing some issue with passing BMs. This caused them some stomach cramps a …
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fiber-free laxative for cheese cheater?
I recently went fiber-free, total carnivore, seemed to work great for my bowels until I ate cheese. Cheese has always bound me up, so I shoulda known better, it's my own fault. But …
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How benign is Miralax?
I have heard both that Miralax (aka Polyethylene Glycol) is a benign laxative and that it actually damages the gut flora.
How severely does Miralax affect gut flora?
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Constipation after gluten exposure? Natural laxative?
So like a weenie, I caved to the yearly cookie extravaganza at my job and devoured several chocolate chip cookies. this after 6 solid months gluten free. I am severely bloated and …
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Does the laxative effect of coconut milk or oil fade with time?
I seem to be sensitive to sources of MCT oil, like coconut milk. Too much, and a laxative effect is a sure bet.
Is the laxative effect something that fades away after a period?
A …
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People recommend a cup of coconut juice with just about anything… Anyone having problems with it acting like a diuretic?
I've been trying to drink coconut milk as part of a shake for breakfast lately, but it's been causing quite a stir in my stomach.. Anyone else having issues with coconut milk actin …