I have written often about the importance of gut health. A part of good gut health is a healthy bowel and intestines. Problems with constipation and bowel elimination are extremely common. This can often be because of poor eating habits however it can also be caused by food intolerances, an overgrowth of bad bacteria in the bowel, stress and sometimes dehydration.

Constipation causes discomfort, such as bloating and cramping, however more importantly we need to be mindful if we don’t eliminate the toxins from our bowel every day, we may be setting ourselves up for some major health problems.

For many chronic sufferers of constipation, the easy solution is to supplement with laxatives. Long term use of laxatives can however cause the bowel to become lazy and therein lies another problem.

As always, the best option is to give your bowel and intestines the nutrients needed to help resolve these problems. Supplementing with a complete bowel food can assist in cleansing, toning, stimulating, healing, and re-colonising your bowel and intestines, to return those organs to fully functioning organs.

A supplement formula which I particularly like and have found has worked extremely well for our customers does exactly that. In fact, many customers have returned to tell us it is the only formula which has helped them after suffering chronic constipation for many years. It is not harsh like a laxative however it does promote bowel movement and at the same time heal the intestinal mucosa, strengthen the blood vessels in the bowel as well as the peristalsis motion of the bowel. Unlike laxatives, this formula can be taken long term however most people will find, as it supports and improves the function of the bowel, the dosage may be lessened. As this is a formula to encourage repair to a healthy bowel and intestines, in time it should not be needed.

Because this formula is a complete bowel food, it is also appropriate for those suffering from IBS. It is also safe for children over 2yrs.

Because it isn’t a laxative, it may take a few days to work. Some find 1 day, others up to 4 days.

So, what is in this amazing complete bowel food you might ask?

 Slippery Elm Powder is a wonderful ingredient which helps to sooth irritated mucous membranes, and at the same time repair the digestive tract and feed the good bacteria in the large intestine.

Marshmallow root also has amazing healing properties, soothing the mucous membranes and calming inflammation.

 Barley grass and wheat grass help nourish good bacteria as well help alkalise the gut, encouraging better digestion.

 Rosehips are not only a high source of Vitamin C but also helps with constipation.

Citrus and Bioflavonoids increases the effect of Vitamin C in the body, strengthening capillaries.

Ginger assists in alleviating wind, cramping, indigestion, and diarrhea as well as increasing production of digestive fluids and saliva.

Linseed and Psyllium are both soluble fibres which help promote bowel movement.

A signature blend of friendly bacteria including Lactobacillus, Acidophillus, Bifidus, Plantarum, Delbrueckli, Casei, Bulgaricus, Caucasicus Fermenti, Bevis, Helveticus, Leichmannii, Lactis, Sporogens. Saccharomyces: Boulardi & Cerevisae

This formula was developed over a period of 10 years by a naturopath who became frustrated with the products offered on the market at the time. It is a unique product and certainly achieving results for many. It is a formula which we have sold for many years, with customers saying it is the only formula which has worked for their constipation, after trying many products over the years.

For more information call into Go Vita in North St, Batemans Bay to chat to Bev and the girls. Don’t forget to tune into Bev chatting to Kimmi Saker on 2EC every Wednesday at 12.30pm.