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Healthy bowel, healthy body
Most of us know regular bowel motions are essential to bowel health. But what does that actually mean? Every three days? Once a week?
In fact, we should be producing at least one "good" bowel motion every day, a well-formed, soft stool that can be passed easily without straining. Efficient elimination is just as important as optimal digestion. Irregular bowel movements or poor bowel health can impact our lives in more ways than just the symtomatic feelings of bloating, fullness, wind and general discomfort. A sluggish bowel results in faecal matter remaining in the intestines for longer than necessary. This leads to excess fermentation which in turn creates gas or bloating. Additionally, toxins that should have passed with the stool are reabsorbed back into the bloodstream, which places extra strain on the cleansing organs (predominately the liver), and compromises their ability to function effectively. A poorly functioning liver can contribute to poor digestion, feelings of sluggishness, lethargy, weight gain and difficulty in losing weight. If that isn't enough incentive to start upping your fibre intake, this may be the last push you need. Poor liver function can also result in skin blemishes and breakouts. Our skin, appearance, energy and vitality are a reflection of our inner digestive system. If you find you are struggling with your digestion and elimination, there are effective and natural bowel products and herbs on hand. Products like Bowel Biotics that contain psyllium for example, promote the regular and easy passing of bowel motions by increasing fibre intake, which is essential to bowel health and maintaining bowel regularity. If you believe you are eating enough fibre but experiencing wind or straining, you can look to Aloe Vera to help soothe and calm your digestive system. Probiotics maintain a favourable balance of good bacteria in the colon for bowel health. The freshwater algae, Chlorella, is a 'super food' as it contains the richest source of chlorophyll of any known plant. Because of this, it has powerful cleansing properties and is an excellent tonic. A few basic tips to remember for bowel regularity:
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