Seniors/Common Ailments/Bowel Problems

 
 

Constipation, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Diverticulitis, Diarrhoea


Rebalance recommends

Bowel Biotics

Lifestream BowelBiotics+ Mild is a gentle blend of fibres, prebiotics and probiotics which helps to maintain a healthy bowel and ensure regular bowel movements.

Complete Omega 3.6.9

Softens stools and helps normal bowel function.

Primadophilus Bifidus

Supplies good bacteria to the bowel to ensure things can function normally. The bifidum bacteria is the most common in the bowel.

Vitamin B Complex

Supports proper digestion and bowel health.

Chlorella

Cleans and refreshes the bowel.


Tips

Increase your intake of high fibre foods such as brown rice, wheat bran, asparagus, apricots, peas, sweet potatoes, cabbage, carrots, barley, beans, apples, bananas, blueberries, figs, grapes, peaches, plums and prunes.

Drink at least 8 glasses of water or herbal tea daily.

Avoid fried foods, dairy, refined carbohydrates, caffeine, alcohol or sugar. 

Get regular gentle exercise.

Minimise stress as this can irritate the bowel.

For crohn's and colitis see Conditions-Common-Inflammatory Bowel Disease

If bowel problems are severe or recurring see your doctor or healthcare practitioner.














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