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Bowels rebooting post surgery? Never trust a fart!

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@fritzo I have to say I have not heard of prune butter, but I am willing to try anything. I've been through prune juice, Metamucil, Miralax, stool softeners, and drinking more water. So far, nothing seems to work for me. It would be good to know why the RARP started this. Do the robotic arms stir things up that much?

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@ramblinman I discovered it while studying post surgery diets. It apparently was used by nurses for hospital patients with these issues. Do a search and you'll find quite a bit on it.

Here are a few recipe and a few notes
Prune Juice Laxative Recipe
• 1 cup (8 oz) prune juice
• 1/2 cup apple juice
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
Warm it up and drink it 🙂
• Use a stovetop or microwave to heat the prune juice until it’s warm (but not boiling)
• Stir in 1 teaspoon of unsalted butter. If you prefer, you can slightly reduce or increase the butter to match your dietary needs.

Moderation is Key: Most individuals only need to use this prune juice remedy once daily or once every other day for quick constipation relief. Observe Your Body’s Response: If you experience cramping, bloating, or diarrhea, reduce the serving size or frequency.

Why butter?
• Introduce Healthy Fats: Fats can help stimulate the production of bile and other digestive juices, potentially speeding up intestinal motility.
Ease Consumption: The slight creaminess of melted butter makes warm prune juice more palatable for some people.