Releasing the Discomfort of Pediatric Constipation

Releasing the Discomfort of Pediatric Constipation

When a child is not having their normal bowel movements daily, this can be a red flag for gastrointestinal (GI) problems. As food moves through the body and to the colon, the colon will then absorb water as it creates stool. Due to muscle movements, the stool is pushed to the rectum which forms solid …

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What Is Causing Your Chronic Constipation?

What Is Causing Your Chronic Constipation?

Chronic constipation is a common health issue that has a variety of causes. It is estimated that up to 63 million people in North America live with chronic constipation.[i] Constipation most commonly occurs when stool moves too slowly through the digestive tract or cannot be eliminated effectively from the rectum. If left untreated, constipation could …

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2019’s Most Popular Halloween Candies: Can They Cause Constipation in Children?

2019’s Most Popular Halloween Candies: Can They Cause Constipation in Children?

Are you prepared for Halloween? Do you have your children’s costumes? Have you carved Jack-o-Lanterns? Decorated the house? Planned a Halloween party? Thought of your trick-or-treating route? Bought a bag of candy? Have you also thought of which candies might cause constipation for your children? Probably not. Constipation is a common problem for children, and …

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Eat this Not That

Eat This Not That: Constipation Edition

Bathroom habits and bowel movements probably aren’t your favorite topics of conversation, especially when it comes to having constipation. However, over 42 million Americans experience constipation each year. Sometimes, this is a result of a chronic condition that needs to be managed, other times it is brought on by a new medication or supplement, but …

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