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I've been constipated for over a month now and nothing works i've taken oral laxatives and suposatories. i also have a good diet and exercise?
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See a doctor: This situation deserves evaluation by a good doc. You should be checked for hypothyroidism, intestinal yeast overgrowth, parasites, structural problems, magnesium deficiency etc. You might want to try triphala, a wonderful ayurvedic digestive tonic. Also see http://www.Lef.Org/magazine/mag2013/oct2013_immediate-relief_02.Htm even if these help, it's important to learn why you have this problem.
Answered 12/10/2013
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