Posted by jay on March 10, 2003, at 8:39:18
In reply to anyone on Miralax long term for constipation?, posted by ross c on March 9, 2003, at 20:57:24
I don't know if being on one chemical for constipation for a long period of time is good Ross. I also wouldn't get *too* obsessed with 'regularity', as I found out a few years ago.(I use opiates often, which are also constipating.) There is a LOT of conflicting information out there on this topic, and often the people who strongly promote 'regularity' are also trying to sell something. I know, all the health guru's seem to say we gotta have 3 bowel movements a day or we will die of colon (or whatever) cancer. Again, I often suspect an ulterior motive.
Otherwise, a few stand-by's that may work just as well:
-Regular-daily Prune/prune-juice (go slow with this)
-Regular magnesium supplements
-Munch on some dried fruits (like the yummy ones you can get at the health food stores.)Any/all of these will bring on a more regular bowel movement pattern.
Of course the usual adding a bit of exercise and more water to your day is also going to help. I know, easier said then done. Take it easy...Best,
Jay
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