Constipation

[Flying Stars]

Hi all

Struggling with my anxiety at the minute. Currently on my period and have dealt with a lot of work/ relationship stress the past few weeks. Yesterday I worked a 10 hour day and rushed a takeaway. So since last night I have been constipated pretty bad.

I've taken some effervescent salts this morning but they are yet to work. Tried to just have some fruit and a sandwich earlier on but feel so bloated - it's horrible.

Just really scared it won't go away.
It's sending my anxiety through the roof, any advice please? X

[Phuzella]

Drink more water and gentle exercise like walking

[BrokenGirl]

I agree with that too - more water and exercise. But also prune juice - it's a brilliant laxative!! I know from experience. And it's available in most supermarkets.
Hope you feel better soon xx

[Flying Stars]

Thanks both - started drinking lots of water and feel loads better now! Going to steer away from takeaways so late at night! X

[Capercrohnj]

Coffee is a great laxative, also sugar free candy with sugar alcohols like sorbitol. Also be sure to include plenty of fibre

[nomorepanic]

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