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    <title>Comments on: Constipation: Causes, Symptoms &amp; Natural Remedies</title>
    <description>National Nutrition Health Supplements and Health Concerns Articles</description>
    <pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 04:40:54 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title>By: Ray Rose</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Constipation is always annoying when it happens. Sometimes, it seems as if it does not have a cause at all! How annoying. Bulk forming agents increase the bulk and water content of stool. They are the only laxatives that are safe to use every day. Psyllium, bran, flaxseeds, apple pectin and chicory root are examples of natural bulk formers. 

It is good to know, the difference between stool softeners and bulk formers. They work very differently. I did not realize that. My thought was that it was, that they worked the same. Because they work differently, it makes sense one might work in some cases, and another in others. Your huge list of things at the end is great to have! It is not like constipation is so common in me, but I am liking the idea of having an easy fix if it comes about.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 25 May 2025 07:48:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/health-concerns/constipation/#comment-10226</link>
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      <author>Raltspokemon77@hotmail.com (Ray Rose)</author>
      <dc:creator>Ray Rose</dc:creator>
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      <title>By: National Nutrition</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Hello Aline, 
Thank you, we're thrilled you enjoyed this article and we hope you learned some new ways to support your health. Thank you for your suggestions. Please also be sure to check out our articles on the supplements recommended in this article here: <a href="https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/supplements/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/supplements/</a>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2025 00:18:44 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/health-concerns/constipation/#comment-9830</link>
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      <author>natasha@nationalnutrition.ca (National Nutrition)</author>
      <dc:creator>National Nutrition</dc:creator>
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      <title>By: Aline Dueck</title>
      <description><![CDATA[This is an excellent article, lots of great, easily applicable information. I would suggest editing the title above from "What you can do to help maintain Constipation" to What you can do to avoid constipation or What you can do to maintain regularity"]]></description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 09 Mar 2025 01:08:57 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/health-concerns/constipation/#comment-9805</link>
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      <author>alinedueck@gmail.com (Aline Dueck)</author>
      <dc:creator>Aline Dueck</dc:creator>
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      <title>By: National Nutrition</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Hello Rachel, 
Thank you for sharing. Fibre is an important component of healthy gut health, but unfortunately many people don't get enough from their diet. Keep learning about fibre here: <a href="https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/supplements/fiber/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/supplements/fiber/</a>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 08 Feb 2025 01:08:11 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/health-concerns/constipation/#comment-9479</link>
      <guid>https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/health-concerns/constipation/#comment-9479</guid>
      <author>natasha@nationalnutrition.ca (National Nutrition)</author>
      <dc:creator>National Nutrition</dc:creator>
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      <title>By: Rachel Rock</title>
      <description><![CDATA[I am studying the human gut microbiome in health and disease for my Phd thesis topic (currently fortunate enough to be in wone of the world's top microbiome labs). As you mention, psyllium, bran, flaxseeds, apple pectin and chicory root are examples of natural bulk formers...and they all contain different kinds of fiber! Different vegetables and fruits...different whole grains...all contain different fiber types, which affect different people differently due to variations in biology (genetics) as well as the microbiome. And, on a more macro level soluble vs insoluble fiber is the same way (one type may work better for a person than another!)]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Jan 2025 09:08:22 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/health-concerns/constipation/#comment-9307</link>
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      <author>scoeruleus@gmail.com (Rachel Rock)</author>
      <dc:creator>Rachel Rock</dc:creator>
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      <title>By: National Nutrition</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Hello Belinda, 
We are glad you found this article helpful and can attest to some of the supplement suggestions. If you'd like to learn more about these suggestions and what else they can support, check out our supplement article page as well: <a href="https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/supplements/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/supplements/</a>

Have a healthy day]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 04 Dec 2023 23:42:18 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/health-concerns/constipation/#comment-5382</link>
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      <author>natasha@nationalnutrition.ca (National Nutrition)</author>
      <dc:creator>National Nutrition</dc:creator>
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      <title>By: BELINDA GREGORIO</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Thank you for this information about constipation. I've learned about tonic and atomic constipation.  My father suffered constipation because of his old age and he stopped drinking a lot of water.  But some of the things mentioned in the video helps him like psyllium that can mix to his drinks and try the squatting position when going to the toilet.   Thanks a lot and more power]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 04 Dec 2023 05:32:42 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/health-concerns/constipation/#comment-5375</link>
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      <author>bggregor@yahoo.com (BELINDA GREGORIO)</author>
      <dc:creator>BELINDA GREGORIO</dc:creator>
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      <title>By: National Nutrition</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Hello Judy, 
Indeed, due to many consuming a low fibre diet, constipation is an issue for many. We are glad you found this article helpful and if you'd like to learn more about each individual supplement suggested to see which would benefit you, check out our supplement articles here: <a href="https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/supplements/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/supplements/</a>

Have a healthy day]]></description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 12 Oct 2023 21:03:47 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/health-concerns/constipation/#comment-5223</link>
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      <author>natasha@nationalnutrition.ca (National Nutrition)</author>
      <dc:creator>National Nutrition</dc:creator>
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      <title>By: Judy Longstreet</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Constipation is such a chronic problem for so many... Lots of good recommendations in this article as there doesn't seem to be a one cure all for everyone as every body is different, therefore responds differently to supplements/diet/treatments.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 05 Oct 2023 19:23:45 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/health-concerns/constipation/#comment-5195</link>
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      <author>judylongstreet@hotmail.com (Judy Longstreet)</author>
      <dc:creator>Judy Longstreet</dc:creator>
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      <title>By: National Nutrition</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Hello Rachel, 
Thank you for your comment! Indeed, with many Western cultures consuming a diet low in fibre, this is an issue for many people. Your digestive system is an essential and large process in the body that needs to function optimally for overall health. These are great tips to help prevent and have on hand when needed. Chia seeds are an excellent source of fibre and when soaked or put in water to drink, they create a jelly outer shell which really helps keep things moving. Our favourites are here:

<a href="https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/organic-traditions-organic-chia-seeds-dark-454g-227g-free.html" rel="noopener" target="_blank">https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/organic-traditions-organic-chia-seeds-dark-454g-227g-free.html</a>

Stay healthy & well!]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 03 Jan 2023 16:25:50 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/health-concerns/constipation/#comment-4010</link>
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      <author>natasha@nationalnutrition.ca (National Nutrition)</author>
      <dc:creator>National Nutrition</dc:creator>
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