Are Herbal Colon Cleansers Safe?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Herbal colon cleansers are increasingly popular and many people believe botanical herbs are both harmless and extremely beneficial to support colon health conditions. In some cases, this is absolutely correct. Many herbs are healthful to the body. Unfortunately, some herbs...
The 22 Best Laxative Foods for Natural Constipation Relief
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Constipation is a taboo subject for many people. If you’re too embarrassed to discuss it, know that you are far from alone. Constipation affects about 14% of adults in the United States and accounts for an astounding 3.2 million medical...
Osmotic Laxatives: Is This the Best Remedy for Constipation?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Overview Potential Risks Best Consitpation Remedy Occasional constipation happens. And it happens to a lot of people, a lot of the time. According to the American College of Gastroenterology, every year, over 2.5 million people visit their doctor for constipation.[1]...
Laxative Side Effects & Safety: Everything You Need to Know
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Constipation causes discomfort and it can lead to embarrassing gas and uncomfortable bloating. Laxatives, which help evacuate stool from the bowels, are the go-to solution for most people dealing with constipation. Effective as that may be, some laxatives have mild...
Enemas for Constipation: Are They Harmful to Your Health?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
When to Use Types Side Effects Remedies An enema is a procedure where you insert liquid or air into your colon through the rectum to clear out the lower bowel contents, or in other words, your poo. After you squeeze...
What’s the Best Colon Cleanse Diet?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Colon Defined Common Issues Symptoms Diet Plan Supplementation A healthy colon is the center of a healthy, happy life. The colon is a workhorse for your digestive system and helps absorb the nutrients your body needs. Unfortunately, with all the...
Symptoms of Occasional Constipation and Natural Solutions
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Almost everyone has or will experience some form of constipation during their life. Signs or symptoms of constipation include infrequent bowel movements, painful stools, bloating, and the need to strain to pass waste. Causes of constipation include a poor diet,...
Benefits of Prune Juice: A Powerful Constipation Reliever
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Nutrition Facts Benefits Recipes Side Effects You may have heard about prune juice for babies or older adults, but this purple-colored drink is breaking old stereotypes and gaining a whole new following. Don’t be mistaken, the health benefits of prune...
What’s the Best Instant Laxative for Quick Relief?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Types Side Effects Going number two probably isn’t something you think much about, but when not going becomes physically uncomfortable, it’s at the forefront of your thoughts. When you’re faced with occasional constipation and need relief fast, you probably head...
Common IBS Symptoms and the Best Natural Remedies
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Causes Symptoms IBS vs IBD Triggers Remedies Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), also known as mucous colitis or spastic colon, is a chronic gastrointestinal (GI) disorder. Put simply, that means that your bowels behave abnormally without evidence of damage from the...
How Do Laxatives Work for Constipation?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Laxatives are usually the first thing people think about when contemplating a remedy for constipation relief. Laxatives, however, only address the symptoms and not the underlying factors that bring about constipation. Most people associate the term “laxative” with “a pill...
Are Constipation and Back Pain Related?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
A member of our customer service team recently received feedback from a customer who had been experiencing such severe constipation that it was transitioning into lower back pain. This isn’t the first time I’ve heard a report like this. Soreness...
