I get so many hits on the post for Does Your Stomach Always Hurt? so I am following it up with some other reasons and solutions.

There are many reasons your stomach hurts, but during that time you don’t care, you just want relief. Women over 40 or going through menopause seem to have an unusually hard time with constipation and general feelings of being bloated; feeling full and the sensation that you are carrying around extra in your middle.  First of all, increase your water, a lot. Try a TBS of Apple Cider Vinager in a glass of water daily as well. Look at your diet!

The best solution for women in this age group  is to strictly follow a lifestyle adoption of plenty of water, a good 84 trace mineral salt, plenty of natural minerals; and a good diet. I have learned this the hard way; much like I have learned everything else in my life. Everytime I try to push the envelope and pretend I am a lot younger than I am; calamity in the form of weight gain; bloated feelings and a spare tire forming crops up. I have gained 10 pounds in the last few months because I was actually underweight for a while and thought I could go back to half a loaf of french bread and ice cream every day. BIG HUGE mistake. Then I didn’t have room for the water or the veggies I knew I should eat.

I had to remake the changes that had brought me so much relief before.

1. Smooth Move Tea from Traditional Medicines works very well. It tastes great; and says to drink before bed, but it is too stimulating for me and I have been up all night before because if one tea bag works good; two must work great. Try drinking it after dinner and you should be ok.
2. Dr. Shultz’ Intestinal Formula 2 is an excellent product to take just one or two capsules nightly. If you want to do a colon cleanse, get his Intestinal Formula 1 as well.
3. Take a tsp (or two if you are brave) of 84 trace mineral salt and add tepid water and drink. Best at night. My Doctor is always telling me I am not getting enough salt. Usually that is music to my ears but I use a very good 84 trace mineral salt and I don’t need to salt things as much as I used to but its very important because of the minerals you get that are readily usable by the body. IF you do not have enough calcium and magnesium in your diet your body won’t work. The best way to obtain these two nutrients is the salt and you can also try Emergen C for both electrolytes and Vitamin C and B complex.

So: the solution? LOTS of spring water, important to keep the minerals in the water. NO table salt; which can actually cause health trubles, but an 84 Trace Mineral Salt like Himalayan pink salt; daily doses of Emergen C for electrolytes; plenty of fruits and veggies, steamed or raw or stir fried; I think the most important thing is to get them in your system. It wears me out to think I should be fixing my food a hundred different ways just to get them in my mouth. Sometimes raw radishes with fresh cucumbers, home grown tomatos, some cut up broccoli and califlower on a plate with some salt on them and HEY why not, some hard cheeses to go long with it sounds pretty inviting, not to mention good for you. The Asian Tao book for staying thin mentions that you should steam or parbroil your veggies first for better assimilation and use bamboo shoots in your stir fry. There are no redeeming qualities or nutrition per say in bamboo shoots other than to help fill your large intestine so it moves through faster.

Cleansing is a superior way to lose extra around your middle and make room in your system for fresh and vital foods. Sometimes we get constipated because we are stressed and weighted down with life. It is so true that your thoughts and feelings affect everything you do and are. Louise Hay, a prominent spirtual healer feels that constipation is there because a person has a hard time ‘letting go’ of…whatever. Mantras and affirmations are very good for you; it puts your head in the right frame of mind. Say this: ‘as I release the past the new and fresh and vtital enter. I allow life to flow through me.’ Even if you feel funny doing it…everyone has closets, cobwebs, hurts and unmet desires they need to have out of their thought processes. Go ahead and give it a try. A great cleansing product is Global Healing Center Oxy Powder

Here are some great foods to get you going. (said with a smile!)  This is from the website of Dr. Grouper; Global Healing Center

• Bran Cereals – High fiber cereals are a great addition to your diet and a healthful way to start your day. Usually low in preservatives and sugars, bran cereals are a great source of dietary fiber.
• Beans, Peas & Legumes – Low in both fat and cholesterol, beans and legumes are high in fiber and protein. They make for a great substitute for meat.
• Broccoli – Very high in fiber and an excellent natural antibiotic, broccoli has also demonstrated some cancer-fighting potential.
• Dried Fruit – When dried organically, dried fruit keeps much of the nutritional properties of the raw variety. Dried figs, prunes, and apricots are great intestinal movers.
• Raw Nuts & Seeds– Raw almonds, sunflower seeds, chia seeds, hazelnuts, and chestnuts lead the way as the best choices, because they are high in fiber, protein, vitamin E and calcium. Nuts and seeds are also very filling, so you don’t have to eat many before feeling satisfied. Chew thoroughly for easier digestion.
• Cherries– A natural blood stimulant, cherries have been used for centuries to detoxify the kidneys. Cherries also have the anti-cancer compound, ellagic acid, and are very effective at relieving constipation.
• Bananas – High in fiber and a natural bulk-producing agent, bananas are great for promoting easy digestion.
• Apples – The high pectin levels in apples stimulate the bowels and also provide bulk for bowel movements. One of the best natural laxative foods is organic apple cider vinegar. Just pour a small amount into a glass of purified water and drink it in the morning.
• Carrots– A rich source of Beta-Carotene, carrots are natural body detoxifiers. Also high in pectin, carrots add bulk to stool and can stimulate bowel contractions.
• Green Vegetables – Leafy green vegetables like spinach, kale, and turnip greens are very high in vitamins and minerals.
• Cinnamon – Cinnamon stimulates intestinal peristalsis (the wave-like contractions) and also triggers the release of bile for digestion.

Other natural foods for relieving constipation: tamarind, dates, prunes, coconut, and Brussels sprouts. Fresh berriers such as strawberries, raspberries and blackberries are also great at relieving constipation.

Avoid Constipating Foods and Drinks

Constipating foods and drinks include white flour, cheese, fried and fatty foods, sweets, salt, beef, pasteurized milk, all junk food, carbonated drinks, caffeine, and alcohol, just to name a few.

Drink Eight Glasses of Water a Day

Now where have you heard that one before, right! Water is vital to your body, and makes up approximately 80 percent of your body weight. Every system in your body depends on water. For example, water flushes toxins out of vital organs, carries nutrients to your cells and provides a moist environment for ear, nose and throat tissues. Water will also help moisten the intestines, so that the bowels will move easily.

Exercise Regularly

Implementing a regular exercise routine into your schedule will nourish your blood and oxygenate your system. Exercise does not have to be a rigorous work out! Here is the best part – exercise is cost friendly, and will also help reduce your stress. You can start with walking three times a week for 30 minutes per walk. Does that sound like a plan you can work into your weekly schedule? Imagine, 90 minutes of walking a week for starters, will impact your health positively for the long run, when done consistently and regularly over time. Exercise is one of the best ways to get quick constipation relief!

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