digstive enymes

[ivgirl]

Could someone pkease tell me if digestive enymes work on constipation

[PineTreeLady]

Depends on what's causing the constipation. Is it chronic?  Have you had it for a long time?  If so, then you may have slow peristalsis, or a "lazy gut".  If that is the case, you need to take a product which contains magnesium oxide.  This provides oxygen to the bowel and will speed up peristalsis.  Usually, peristalsis can be improved by using this product for a time and then you will no longer need it. If it is just occasional constipation, then getting exercise, drinking enough water (half your weight in water; ex. 150 # = 75 oz water) every day, getting enough fiber in the diet, and taking probiotics can help.  Digestive enzymes help the stomach digest food so these can be an aid as well.

[mammo]

Probiotics do help with constipation and are found in yogurt.  Also, make sure you are getting plenty of water and fiber in your diet.