CONSTIPATION
Constipation refers to problems in passing stools.
Among the physical causes are intestinal blockage, colon disease (diverticulitis),
and tumors. Constipation may occur in elderly or bedridden patients
who do not move much. For constipation not caused by disease, a diet
of fruits, vegetables, and lots of water is advised.
Notes: Chronic candida albicans, other intestinal
parasites, fungi, weakened small and large intestinal wall, rotting
fecal matter, and continued accumulation of mucus and undigested
food particles all contribute to the problems associated with the
intestines and chronic constipation. All persons beginning a program to cleanse and detoxify
the intestines should begin by avoiding all sugar, dairy, refined
flour and gluten products, and eat according to their specific blood
type. Persons beginning a program to detoxify should be careful to
consume at least ¼ to ½ ounce of water for every pound of body
weight, but not less than 64 ounces per day to insure proper
flushing of the intestines. Poor hydration may result in exaggerated
symptoms. Any fiber supplements should be started slowly or spread
out over the day to ensure that the expansion properties of fiber do
not cause further irritability or constipation.
