6. Magnesium citrate before bed with warm water. Magnesium citrate works by drawing water into the intestines. This water combines with and softens dry stool, making it easier to pass.
7. Limit or avoid dairy and processed, packaged foods such as crackers and bread. Replace with fresh wholefoods and fibre-rich vegetables that are easier to digest.
8. Chew chew chew! Sometimes the most effective tips are simple and free – remember digestion begins in the mouth, not the stomach!
9. Take a food intolerance test to identify if certain foods are causing inflammation in the body and are difficult to digest. These can be difficult to identify without a test as reactions are delayed, and appear anywhere from a few hours to up to 72 hours later.
10. Take a complete microbiome stool test to understand the state of your digestion and underlying root causes. This identifies whether you have adequate pancreatic enzymes, and the presence of pathogenic bacteria, parasites and candida – all of which affect your digestion and can cause constipation if imbalances are present.
Originally published here.
With over 16 years experience in health education and research, Sofia is a Gut Health Coach, Certified Integrative Health Practitioner and Essential Oil Specialist. Sofia holds postgraduate qualifications in public health (MPH). As a finalist in the Local Business Awards, Sofia’s work has been published in peer reviewed health journals, The Natural Parent Magazine and Thrive Global.
Gut health is her life passion! After struggling with her own son’s severe reflux and digestive problems, Sofia healed and transformed both her son’s and her own gut using a combination of diet, natural remedies and removing household chemicals. She now teaches this same holistic approach that brings together mindset, food and home in her Healthy Gut Reset program and 1:1 Gut Health Practitioner services.
As founder of The Natural Switch, Sofia has helped over 500 women kickstart a healthier, low tox lifestyle and take simple steps to love and nourish their gut, nurture their soul and detox their life. Visit her website and follow her on Facebook and Instagram for more information.
