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IBS problems when going to bed
Digestive Health | Last Active: Jun 25 4:16pm | Replies (45)Comment receiving replies
Things to try for normal pooping:
Slippery elm inner bark powder, provides slip. I have it "all the time" with my food.
Raw kiwi at night (1-2). It acts as a stimulant. There is a study. It will be gentlier than prune juice/and has less sugar.
Magnesium at night
Cooked rhubarb (I have at night with the kiwi).
Easy to digest food (for you, that could mean not much constipating food, such as meat or cheese, etc.), gentle fiber (cooked veggies rather than raw may help).
Plain water. It is magical.
And check out the inexpensive Monash IBS Food App.
I do all of this and more.
Good luck!
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Postscript to my "Things to do for normal pooping."
My list reflects the fact that I cannot eat a large variety of foods. For folks that have a less sensitive gut, you can consider cooked foods like beans, sweet potatoes, green peas, leafy greens, carrots, beets, etc. In fact, more cooked veggies for some of your carbs, anything you like and can tolerate, are so much better for preventing constipation than what we are all "trained" to eat, such as overly-processed bread and sweets, candy, fried foods and frozen entrees. Cooking your own food can be simple, and it only takes 6-8 weeks to start changing your taste buds.
And consider whether any supplements or medications are constipating. I was very surprised to learn that Melatonin can be constipating, for example. Googling can help you learn of any constipating side effects.
Thanks so much for your input.
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The food suggestions are very helpful, I will definitely try. I cannot tolerate fiber supplements and too much water because I also have IC. Sauerkraut used to help with constipation also, but right now the only things that work are enemas and laxatives.