Constipation is not normal!

Constipation is defined as having a bowel movement (BM) 3 or less times per week, abdominal pain with BMs, straining with stool and/or having feelings of incomplete evacuation for more than 2 weeks.

You would be shocked as to how many people fall into this category and have been feeling this way for YEARS.

Constipation is a symptom of a much larger issue. It can be related to dietary intake or lack thereof. It can also be related to various medical conditions such as thyroid issues, hormone issues and even a physical problem.

The bottom line: thinking that you are just made that way or that pooping only 2-3 times a week is normal…is just not true!

Chronic constipation can lead to conditions like diverticulitis and colon cancer not to mention weight gain, eating issues, hormonal imbalances and even affecting mental health.

Our body gets rid of our waste for a reason, so it is time we start working on “emptying the trash” on a daily basis.

Talk to your primary care provider to discover ways for you to treat your constipation and get you to feeling healthier faster!

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