Guest guest Posted March 5, 2005 Report Share Posted March 5, 2005 There are a lot of things which help which do not involve a trip to the pharmacy. If it's persistent, and I know with a lot of hypos it is, you might want to invest in a colema board. It's a terrific tool. I use it mostly when people around me are getting sick. I can frequently stave off the flu by using it early. Or reduce the duration down considerably. It's a little tricky to use, you have to be careful and very gentle with yourself. But it's worth the effort. I wouldn't use it daily just as I wouldn't use any means to force a bowel movement daily. What works best for me is - right when I get up - I sit down and do my daily news at the computer. While I am doing so, I am drinking about a quart or more of very weak tea. Within an hour I have taken care of business and can comfortably start my day. To be even more effective, make it hot lemonade. Many folks get relief drinking a couple tablespoons of olive oil in warm water. Need I mention Castor Oil here? It does work. My husband, who rarely suffers, can always prompt a movement drinking pickle juice, of all things. If desperate, Indulge a craving for cayenne and very spicy food. A handful of jalapenos will do it, but perhaps not comfortably. Try drinking a quart of water when you wake up, though. That is easiest, cheapest and most effective for most people. (I just make it warm and drink it as weak tea.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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