Constipation...
Question: from Sandra
I am 72 years old and have had Constipation problems all my life, due to poor eating habits. Now I am paying dearly for it. My system does not work without the help of daily stool softeners. Would "Total Balance" correct that? I have changed my eating habits in the past two months, and beginning to feel better already.
Answer: from Warren
Yes, there is no doubt that Total Balance helps the overall digestive system and thus by extension constipation. It is certainly worth using not only for your digestive system but all your other organs as well. But, it takes time. It would be good to add Omega 3 DHA as well.
Psyllium is also good to take on a regular basis.
However, the BEST solution to constipation is WATER...BUT, it must be taken the right way.
This is what to do.
As soon as you arise in the morning prepare some lukewarm PURE water. In other words good filtered water or reverse osmosis water. It MUST be lukewarm, not hot, not cold. I normally prepare it by heating up some water in the jug and adding cold water to it to get the right temperature.
Then drink two or even three cupfuls if you can manage it.
Now, remember that this must be done immediately you arise and before you to anything else. Do not eat for at least 30 minutes after that.
It won't necessarily work the first day, or even the second. With some people it may take a week, but it is highly likely that it will normalize your system and eliminate the constipation. This method is amazing and should be used as part of a morning ritual. It is much more effective than drugs.
I have followed this practice for years although I only generally have one cup of the warm water as I have no constipation issues.
I am certain that you will find that after you get into this habit that you will be more regular than you ever have been in your life. But, remember that this protocol has to be cultivated as a habit.
Reader Comments (6)
I read about the virtues of drinking plenty of water over 20 years ago and adopted it as a habit to drink plenty of it-- especially first thing when I wake up in the morning. It makes sense to hydrate my body to start the day, as I have gone sometimes 12 hours without any fluid intake. I then shower and dress before eating breakfast, which gives the 30 minutes Warren suggests to allow the water to be absorbed by my body before eating. I rarely experience consitpation, and I am one of the healthiest and youngest looking 47 year old men you will ever meet. I am confident that water intake/management is a big part of my personal fountain of youth and vigor.
August 31, 2007 | Bill
Yes, water is surely really good stuff. Pleased that you found the secret to it so long ago Bill.
August 31, 2007 | Warren Matthews
Warren, I read your advice about drinking water first thing in the morning, in your newsletter, a few years ago. At that time, sometimes I would go two to three days without a bowel movement. After reading your article, I bought a high quality water filter and purifier and began drinking three 12 ounce glasses of lukewarm, pure, filtered water every morning after rising. Since adopting this habit, I have not experienced one day of constipation. I also follow your advice to eat fresh fruit, vegetables and whole grains and I take the recommended protocols of Total Balance Men's Plus, GLM-Omega 3 Plus and Viral-Protec. I am 60 years old, I feel great, and people think that I am several years younger than I actually am.
Eric
September 1, 2007 | Eric
Jesus referred to the benfit of an enema and "The Angel of Water". Nowadays we have some excellent Colon Hydrotherapists - I know of many so if anyone wants to know where their nearest hydrotherapist is I'll try and oblige
November 6, 2007 | Al
I just wanted to let you and your readers know that I'd found a fantastic natural non-laxative product that is keeping me regular. It's inexpensive and easy to take and I feel great. Several friends and relatives are now taking it too so I know it's not just me! Hope it will help someone else too. You can get coregulate at www.healthyhappyhelper.com It really works for me and I'm sure it will for you!
May 17, 2008 | Angela
Hi Angela,
I had a look at that product on the website. I wouldn't be prepared to recommend it. Why? Well on their website they say what it is NOT...but not what it is. I don't believe that people should take any supplement unless they know what it contains and in what quantities.
I still believe the best solution is one or two large glasses of warm pure water each morning immediately upon arising. If this becomes a habit constipation cannot 'survive'...and it costs nothing.
May 17, 2008 | Warren Matthews
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