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Is Bentonite Effective In Treating Constipation And Bloating?
Question: Hi' I'm a 45 years old C6, C7 quadriplegic and I'm having digestive problems ( constipation ,bloating, and gas). I take Methenamine Hippurate 1 capsule as need. I also take probiotic, Turmeric 2 tables, Omega-3 2 soft-gel, Cayenne & Garlic 1 vegetarian capsule, and coconut oil 2 tbs daily. I drink water , work out and I also drink coffee. What do I need to do help with my problem. what about Bentonite Clay ?
Brief Answer:
Hello dear. I dont think bentonite will help
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear. I have gone through the details. I will advise you to follow this.
Drink plenty of water atleast 4 litres per day.
Take more of sprouts, vegetables and salads
Do not take fats and much of spices
Take some amount of bisacodyl or lactitol daily.
Bentonite in my opinion will not do. Much help in constipation.
Thanks and regards
Hello dear. I dont think bentonite will help
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear. I have gone through the details. I will advise you to follow this.
Drink plenty of water atleast 4 litres per day.
Take more of sprouts, vegetables and salads
Do not take fats and much of spices
Take some amount of bisacodyl or lactitol daily.
Bentonite in my opinion will not do. Much help in constipation.
Thanks and regards
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