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Chronic constipation

Digestive Health | Last Active: 6 days ago | Replies (179)

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@gingerw

Jumping in here with a quick comment. In discussion with a fellow patient who also deals with multiple myeloma like I do, we are on medications that can cause constipation and/or diarrhea based on when they are taken in a calendar cycle for different things.

As my friend commented, she uses applesauce to control both the constipation and diarrhea concerns. Her husband makes homemade applesauce every week, and she supplements that with a good quality store-bought brand. I have been following her ideas, and found it works for me, too! In the mornings, Greek yogurt and a quarter cup of applesauce does the trick to help keep my gut happy. Guess there is something to that old saying, "An apple a day keeps the doctor away!"
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Apples are great. I’ve also found high quality extra Virgin olive oil added to meals and even coffee help a lot. I also take a small shot glass at bedtime from time to time if I’ve skipped my fiber. Helps with digestion and regular movements.