You can use sesame seeds or activated charcoal to test your, or your child’s, motility, and bowel transit time at home.
Testing your bowel transit time can be very helpful if you are struggling with constipation, diarrhea, or other digestive issues. I go into more details
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Jonah was put on Miralax by his doctor for an extended period of time and developed serious side effects. His mom shares their story and how she worked to find out what was causing his constipation and what she did to heal the damage caused by Miralax.
I believe that Castor oil is safer for short term use for constipation relief than Mineral Oil but neither one should be used for more than 7 days.
Castor oil has been used medically for thousands of years. There is evidence of it being used by Ancient Egyptians. Generations of mothers have used Castor oil for constipation relief for their families. When something has been used for thousands of years, it generally shows that it is safe and effective. You can take Castor oil internally for immediate constipation relief or use a Castor oil pack as a constipation remedy.
Alternatives to Laxatives, Constipation in Children, Healing the Gut from Chronic Constipation and Laxatives
Restore is a supplement that heals the gut and seals the tight junctions in the intestines. It is incredibly helpful for children who are Miralax injured or who have had chronic constipation.
Laxatives are only meant for short term use. Miralax is a common laxative that many people are on long term but it hasn’t been approved for use for more than 7 days by the FDA. Plus, over 25,000 reports of adverse event from Miralax have been reported to the FDA! There are many safe options for chronic constipation. This guide will help you to get off of laxatives and going daily with no pain.
