Constipation.Fiber,wateretc is not helpful.Milk can help but produces gas.Raw vegitables do not help.Pls.advis
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When I am constipated what I do is the following: \n\n1) 20 mins before each meal make a cup up of warm water with fresh lemon juice\n2) have one apple as a mid morning snack and one pear as an arvo snack\n3) reduce carb intake and increase vegies and proteins\n4) late night have a green tea\n5) overall increase fluid intake but have water no coffee or tea unless green\n6) have a soup for lunch not processed\n7) eat more natural foods avoid boxed or packet items\n8) avoid sugary foods\n\nGood luck!
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Usally high acid.  Try liquid gaviscon immediately, and if this alleviates it, you probably need a proton pump inhibitor such as nexium, prilosec otc,etc..
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Hi.  im suffering from a ulcerative colitis at the moment.  I have been taking 40 mg. of prednizone, 9 colazal pills and 75 mg of mercaptopurine (6mp) and one rowasa enema at nights.  I have blood in my stool, my stool is very lose and cramping each and everytime.  I was doing really good for the last four years, until i had one alcholic beverage, which they tell you not to have, and the flairups started five weeks ago.  My dr. told me to stay away from fruits, vegtables, red meat, fried food,  dairy food, caffine, soda and juice.  he said to only eat white stuff like chicken, pasta, rice, white bread until i see some improvement.  so far im doing a little bit better then i was five weeks ago, but hopefully i'll see some changes soon. if you see no changes in your condition please talk to your gastro. dr. and see what other meds. he can give you.  you had not mentioned your meds. so dont be affraid, im 41 years old and i have been living with this conditon since i was 17.  Just make sure you get your yearly colonoscopy done in time to make sure things are ok and dont stress out cause stress can really affect the colitis, i know its hard, but until they find a cure for us this is the best we can do,  best wishes to you and i wish you a speady recovery.
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Try to avoid the foods that are most troublesome, such as cabbage, broccoli, beans, onions, fresh fruits, and most dairy products, as you may be lactose intolerant. Don't eat when you're stressed or upset.  Chew your food thoroughly and eat slowly.  Don't gulp liquids when you drink.  Sip them instead.  You might also try a probiotic supplement, which you can buy at health food stores.  Probiotics contain "good" bacteria, such as that found in live yogurt cultures.  If you take antibiotics, that medication will destroy the "good" bacteria which are present in the intestines to help digest food.  Probiotics will replace them.
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I have the same thing, kinda weird and yucky huh'? I take fiber pills, its called fiber therapy. I get them at wal-mart, thake 2 everyday with about a full glass of water, usually does the trick that day or the next. HTH!!
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carbs and sugar create gas.  cut back on the breads, starches, pastas and a lot of sugar.   If that doesn't work, see a doc.
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If it is a constant problem, then adding fiber to your diet is a must.  You can do this by eating more foods rich in fiber (check the nutrition information), or using a supplement (although I know that you are looking for a homeopathic remedy).  Fiber One is a good supplement that has no smell or taste and mixes into any food or drink.  \n\nFoods rich in fiber are beans, broccoli, spinach, apples, raisins... there are tons. \n\nGood luck!
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You may need to change your diet and eat more fiber.  You can also try suppositories.  Stay away from constant use of laxatives, especially the chemical ones, as they are habit forming to your system.  Do not expect instant change as it may take your body a few days to adjust.  Personally, I would really concentrate on finding something healthy to eat, (maybe Prunes or Prune Juice) that would help me go without straining too much.
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My Acupuncturist/Dr of Oriental Medicine had me start taking some digestive enzymes to cure some gas and bloating. I have been taking Rainbow Light Advanced Enzyme System (Plant Based) before each meal and it has helped a lot.\n\nhttp://www.vitacost.com/RainbowLightPlantSourceAdvancedEnzymeSystem\n\nI would also steer clear of "sugar free" items that use sugar alcohols as a replacement as those can cause LOTS of gas.
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The body needs fiber, water, and exercise to stimulate peristalsis (the wave like contractions that move the fecal matter down) in a healthy manner. If your body was previously used to high fat foods then the peristalsis may have been happening due to the irritation of the lining of the GI tract.\n\nThe best thing you can do...drink more water and either add some fiber to your diet or take a fiber supplement!\n\nGood Luck\n\nPost back if you need additional information
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Open your curtains and let the sun shine in!  Also daily vitamins rich in B vitamins and iron will help you feel better.  The iron may make you constipated, so keep drinking water and have extra fiber too.\n\nI'm glad you're feeling better!
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Try just eating one kind of food a day and then if you have gas the next day you can start to find out what foods cause it. Good Luck
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You might try to eat some more fiber. It could help to keep you regular and not have the liquidy part.
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Fruits and veggies will kill you (not literally, but you'll feel like dying) if you have to avoid fiber.  I have the same problem so i know what I'm talking about.\n\nIf you are having a hard time digesting food and have a lot of pain, try full liquids for a few days for some gut rest.  Tomato soup, cream of potato, milkshakes, smoothies all should be OK.  If you have a food processor, you can puree your fruits to make them digestible, avoid fruits with seeds like raspberries.\n\nFor a regular diet, I suggest lean fish and chicken, pasta, cooked potatoes, mac and cheese, V8 juice, etc.  until your digestive system stabilizes.\n\nDo exactly what you doctor says.  Treatments are available for these types of diseases, but you have to allow time for the meds to work.  If you have further questions, email me anytime.
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Tea is something that will usually keep you from going.... \n\nchocolate, greens, fiber... even if in metamucil... helps
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bloating (in most cases) is harmless and goes away by itself so i wouldn't worry about seeing a doctor unless you are really worried about it. avoid foods that can cause gas (beans, cabbage, broccoli, sauerkraut, etc..). try to eat slower so that you don't swallow as much air and avoid carbonated drinks for a while.
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Don't use a laxative...they will usually give you cramps.  Try Metamucil.  The orange flavor is not so bad and usually works in about 1/2 hour or so.  Take it tomorrow too just to keep things moving.