Constipation is a common problem that can cause discomfort and embarrassment.
The most important part of treating constipation is figuring out what is causing it. often, lifestyle changes such as adding more fiber to your diet or drinking more fluids can help.
The most important part of treating constipation is figuring out what is causing it. often, lifestyle changes such as adding more fiber to your diet or drinking more fluids can help.
There are many different causes of constipation, including:
-Not enough fiber in your diet
-Not enough fluids in your diet
-Certain medications, such as painkillers and antacids
-Irritable bowel syndrome
-Hormonal changes, such as during pregnancy
-Problems with the nerves that control the bowel muscles
-A tumor in the rectum or colon
-Structural problems in the digestive system
-Chronic constipation can also be a sign of a more serious health problem, such as:
-Colon cancer
Salt Cherry Flush
If you are not eliminating regularly on your own during the fast, every other day you can flush your bowels of accumulated waste and toxins by doing the following.
o Wake up 1 hour early to allow time to complete the flush
o Mix 1 qt. of warm water with 2 tsp of Himalayan salt
o In a separate glass, mix 4 tbsp. of Apothe-Cherry with 12 oz. cold water
o Drink the salt water (from step 2).
o Immediately lie down on your left side for 20 minutes, keeping the Apothe-Cherry drink in reach
o Drink the Apothe-Cherry
o Resume lying on left side for 20 additional minutes
o Sit on toilet with feet elevated several inches off the ground. You can use a couple of thick books, small stool, trashcan or a Welles Step.
o You should “empty out” in a few minutes.
Reminder: DO NOT pass gas unless sitting on the toilet. Results may vary on the initial salt cherry flush. Try again the next day if you are not successful the first time and you should see results.
If you are experiencing uncomfortable side effects from eating more whole foods, we recommend that you book a virtual consultation with a holistic doctor.
We can help you troubleshoot the root cause of your problems and create an individualized plan to get your digestion back on track.
Remember, everyone’s body is different so what works for one person might not work for another. With a little bit of experimentation, you should be able to find the food cleanse approach that works best for you.
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Using the art of Chinese Medicine as my tool, I gently guide, nudge, and aid one’s body and mind to find its own balance. From there the intelligence of the body knows what to do next. This is what the healing process has taught me. I see myself as the tuning fork for my clients.
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Dr. Antonika Chanel LA.c DACM is a board-certified NCCAOM Chinese medicine physician. Since 2016 Antonika has traveled the world treating patients on world-class cruise ships and is considered a top-tier practitioner. Her practice, ChiC Wellness offers health consulting and telemedicine support utilizing all modalities of Chinese Medicine.
Antonika is also a yoga and Medical Qigong practitioner.
