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Okay so i was constipated and i took magnesium citrate to get rid of it, i know my stomach hasnt been up to par since then, ive been eating in small amounts every day, how long will it take before i start pooping normally again?

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Dr. Elizabeth Finley-Belgrad answered

Unclear: It depends a bit on why you were constipated. May be mg deficient and regular supplementation may help. You may be eating a too low fiber diet, increase veggies and beans and other high fiber foods, also decreasing inflammatory foods -sugar, dairy and grain may also be helpful.Best Wishes

Answered 3/11/2020

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A member asked:

Okay so i was constipated and i took magnesium citrate to get rid of it, i know my stomach hasnt been up to par since then, ive been eating in small amounts every day, how long will it take before i start pooping normally again?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Elizabeth Finley-Belgrad answered

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