thebackwardsgirl's Journal, 21 October 2012

Many meds can cause constipation like beta blockers.Too much sodium and not enough water intake. Diabetes and thyroid disorders can also cause stomach bloating and upset. I take an equate fiber pill of 100% Physillium (walmart brand) daily. DRINK SOME CHAMOLIE TEA this herb has anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties which can help prevent the onset of gas symptoms and stomach cramps A Little prune juice seems to help bloat. Asafoetida The best spice to get rid of gas or bloating. Use it to help digest meat and beans (get it from Indian grocers). Use ¼ tsp per person. Use also for constipation, low digestive power, worms, candida. Coriander Balances the digestive enzyme function. A mild carminative (helps gas and bloating) and blood purifier. For cystitis and urinary infections use it in cooking, or make a juice from the leaves. If you’re a fiery type (easily irritated, prone to acne, loose digestion), coriander is great for you. Fennel Increases digestive function, and helps bloating, gas, low digestive power, indigestion and burning urine. Mild enough for people who can’t take hotter spices. Garlic Helps colds, flu, infections, yeast infections, parasites. It’s strongly heating and stimulating so is not for everyone, especially hot fiery people or those who do yoga/meditate. Ginger The main digestive spice. Also helps get rid of colds, coughs, flu. Use fresh ginger for gas, burping, headaches, cramps, haemorrhoids, arthritis. Chew a piece for indigestion, nausea or vomiting. Ginger tea helps clear toxins. Nutmeg The best spice to use if poor digestion means nutrients aren’t being absorbed. Use ¼ tsp max. Use for gas, bloating, diarrhoea, nerve pain, insomnia. Add to a milky drink at night to help restful sleep. Turmeric Very effective at helping remove toxins. Balances the intestinal flora, liver and pancreas, improves problem skin. A stronger antioxidant than vitamin C. Black pepper A hot spice that opens the digestive channels and helps clear toxins. Use for indigestion, low digestive power, obesity. Helps digest raw food and mucus-forming foods such as dairy. Use 1-2 pinches only. Eat FAGE 97% FAT FREE PLAIN YOGURT WITH FRESH BLUEBERRIES (BLUEBERRIES HAVE GOOD FIBER) Sugar also causes bloat, and sugar alcohols. Too many Carbohydrates can cause gas & bloating such as rice, potatoes, and pasta, beans and peas. Get Dreamfields pasta with 5 digestable carbs. ELIMATE FOOD WITH SUGAR SOURCES. EAT FOODS WITH LOADS OF PROTEIN. Fried foods can delay digestion, so skip fried foods. WHEAT CAN ALSO produce gas. I have also found Nabisco Ginger Snap cookies with molases help keep my bowels moving. Stay away from califlower, brocolli, beans & other gas producing foods for awhile. Parsley is a good digestive aid to reduce gas and bloat. Peppermint can ease the symptoms of digestive complaints such as gas and bloating by increasing the flow of digestive juices Foods That Help Relieve Constipation: Broccoli; Tomato; Turnip; Garlic; Onions; Cabbage ... Asparagus, Radishes, Sesame Seed, flaxseeds,Carrots Spinach Pine Nuts Fruits and vegetables are beneficial in providing constipation relief for one main reason — fiber. Fennel can act as a digestive aid. Tea made from crushed fennel seeds to relieve your gastrointestinal symptoms.