I learned I have a redundant colon last Dec when my gastroenterologist escorted me inside on an un-sedated colonoscopy. No wonder I've fought constipation most of my life! Having had classes in biology in HS and college the colonoscopy was great with minimum discomfort. Most people in the world aren't sedated for the procedure. Being 70 something, active and taking no meds, I use with the following: Am first thing 1 qt warm water and a few cups coffee. Ground flax and chia seeds soaked overnight in cranberry juice or prune juice or both is part of my breakfast too + being active and walking during the day + watch my electrolyte level is good since I drink a lot of water. Pm 2 Opti-Mag 125 + 1 K+2Potassium + (make sure Sodium and Magnesium and Potassium electrolytes balanced) If you're interested in going natural work on leaving out processed foods, most grains and sugar. Look up how the colon works osmotic gradation - we need to keep the whole pipe line watered + check out reducing FODMAP foods that may explain what's in the granola causing a problem + check out the migrating motor complex (MMC) related to vagus nerve too which is the ENS-programmed small intestinal motility pattern of the inter-digestive state. enteric nervous system. The enteric nervous system (ENS) or intrinsic nervous system is one of the main divisions of the peripheral nervous system (PNS) and consists of a mesh-like system of neurons that governs the function of the gastrointestinal tract. There are foods that help but not FODMAP ones. Things like, humming, deep breathing, etc can help.
What is the Migrating Motor Complex & how to fix it
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We gotta get coordinated with our longer then average pipe, oh bother! Best of luck, @farmersmith

You do a lot of good things already and every gut is different.

I have had a problem with supplements like Melatonin causing a "complete stop" to my gastric motility. Constipation is listed as a possible side effect of this sleep aid. Consider looking at your meds.

Also, consider if you are eating too much of a "good thing" -- your fiber supplement consumption. They sure don't work for me.

You could try to "clear out" your colon again and eat more vegetables (for example kobocha squash, parsnips, carrots and greens like mature spinach all "green-lighted" Monash low FODMAP foods) instead. And of course, sip water (warm or hot for me) throughout the day.

Everyone says your colon has to be well-watered and I agree. Easier to do with 4 smaller meals a day. Also consider only eating at mealtime, no grazing. Give your gut time to rest and digest. Make sure you are hungry (enough) when you eat.

Also, consider Slipper Elm (Inner Bark) tea. Sold by Frontier. From anyone is fine but it needs to be a good product. It supports the mucosal lining of your gut. I take 1/2 teaspoon in hot water upon rising. Most take much more. I'd try it right away if I were you.