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Delicious Constipation Smoothie is a DIY remedy for constipation + a safe way to detoxify the liver. While many foods may boast high fiber content, whether they actually relieve constipation is another matter. This smoothie works!
(Look at all the positive 5-star reviews, and try it yourself!)
Like you, I was looking for a daily solution and immediate relief: how to fix constipation problems quickly and gently at home without supplements.
Due to their high fiber content and unique ability to thin bile, beets are a main ingredient in this recipe. They help to flush out toxins, improve digestion and improve liver function, all while preventing and relieving constipation.
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Fiber for constipation
Common advice for constipation includes consuming ingredients I haven’t found to be helpful, ingredients like: fruit juices, prunes and flax.
Other sites recommend ingredients I have found to be somewhat effective, ingredients like aloe, ginger, chia seeds and jicama.
When looking for a solution to this common health complaint, it is helpful to understand some of the causes of constipation and also what roles different foods play.
Firstly, two kinds of fiber may help resolve constipation:
- Soluble fiber is found in many vegetables and fruits, including beans, sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts, dried figs and avocado.
This fiber increases stool bulk and attracts waste products to help with their elimination. Soluble fiber slows digestion and absorbs sugar in the bloodstream, helping to maintain healthy blood sugar levels. It also has prebiotic benefits.
Soluble fiber becomes gel-like as it digests, thus the name soluble. (I remember as a kid always having a great BM after a big bowl of oatmeal. That’s because oats are high in soluble fiber.)
You can read more about soluble fiber here. - Insoluble fiber is also found in produce.
Insoluble fiber adds bulk and weighs down the stool. Waste from the GI tract is pushed and swept along. Unlike soluble fiber that dissolves into a gel, insoluble fiber remains solid and pushes toxins out with its mass.
Many foods that are high in soluble fiber are also high in insoluble fiber, foods like beans and whole grains.
Cooked turnips, okra and green peas each offer three grams of insoluble fiber per serving, but most of us don’t eat those foods daily.
Beets come in next, in terms of their high fiber content, with two grams of insoluble fiber for half a cup. Yet I find beets to be the most helpful of all these food options! (source)
For a food to be considered “high fiber”, it needs to contain at least five grams of fiber per serving.
We use at least one cup of cooked beets in this recipe, as you’ll see below. This delivers a whopping dose of fiber and nutrition, as well as great flavor.
Beets in Constipation Smoothie
The smoothie recipe in this article is built on how well beets actually work to relieve constipation.
Clients and family members I’ve worked with over the last few years have found beets to be the most helpful food to relieve their constipation!
Even foods high in insoluble fiber don’t necessarily relieve constipation. Relief is subjective, based on additional food qualities (such as the bioavailability of their nutrients), aspects of digestion (such as metabolism and gut microflora) and real life experience: Beets reliably work when other high fiber foods do not.
So what makes beets more than a great source of insoluble fiber? Why are beets so great at relieving constipation?
Full of iron, calcium, B vitamins, vitamin C, magnesium, potassium, manganese, antioxidants and specifically betanin, beets cleanse the liver.
Beets improve liver function by increasing enzyme activity and thinning bile. Otherwise, bile can become sluggish or stagnant. Thinned bile is able to flow more freely through the liver and into the small intestine, absorbing toxins and heavy metals and ushering them out of the body.
Beets assist in the liver’s Phase 2 detoxification process. The rare betalain pigments in beets help to break down toxins that are bound to other molecules so they can be excreted from the body. Beets also exhibit major anti-inflammatory capabilities. (source and source)
Psyllium husk or Acacia fiber in Constipation Smoothie
Depending on the nature of a person’s constipation, one other active ingredient helps to create this remedial smoothie: psyllium husk powder (not for GAPS or AIP) or acacia fiber.
Psyllium husk powder is 50% soluble fiber and 20% insoluble. Psyllium adds bulk and weight to stool and is great for those who feel they can never quite “get it all out”. I personally started with 1/2 a teaspoon in my daily beet smoothies and found this to be the right amount.
Too much psyllium can harden stools too much.
My doctor reminded me that psyllium is safe and gentle, but it’s very important to buy organic psyllium, because it absorbs toxins. Find organic psyllium husk powder here.
Acacia fiber is a prebiotic food, helpful to those with IBS, diarrhea or constipation who want to improve their colon ecosystem over time.
Acacia fiber is recommended at a dose of 1/2 a teaspoon to start, with two weeks given for the body to adjust before gradually increasing dosage. The instructions for use and improving gut mobility are well dictated from this company.
Both psyllium husk powder and acacia fiber may be used together in this smoothie for their different roles and benefits.
Ginger in Constipation Smoothie
Another key ingredient in this recipe, ginger is optional if you follow some of the variations.
Ginger is anti-inflammatory and great for digestion. It supports healthy bile production and the elimination of toxins. Bile also helps to digest fat.
Ginger’s spicy flavor tastes great and compliments the sweet earthiness of beets.
Cooked or Raw Ingredients
What’s healthier: cooked or raw veggies?
Cooked foods are actually very nutritious and gentler to digest.
Raw foods are often harsh on our digestive tract and less nutritious (because our bodies can’t access the nutrients).
Cooked is best with beets too! In the recipe below, I show you how.
Potential causes of constipation
Various causes of constipation include:
- Iron supplements
- Hashimoto’s or hypothyroid disease
- Gut dysbiosis (which can include many other issues like reduced bile production or a colon ecosystem that would benefit from prebiotics)
- Impeded detox pathways and/or sluggish lymphatic system
- Deficient glutathione
- Mineral deficiency
- Magnesium deficiency
- Hormone imbalance
- Reduced organ function
- A diet too high in Vitamin A (read more about this here)
- Eating foods the body doesn’t digest well (read more about this here)
- Aggravating compounds like lectins (find a lectin-free grocery list here)
Read this post to learn about more causes and solutions for constipation.
Also consider taking a quality digestive enzyme (here’s the one we use) with your meals. Or use digestive bitters (here) or Betaine HCl with Pepsin (here) — all of which help our foods to digest properly.
Smoothies for constipation and bloating
When a patient is both constipated and bloated, the causes may include fermentation in the small intestine. Consider these dietary changes:
- a Low-FODMAP diet (If beans are tolerated, chickpeas and lentils are good options. Otherwise, add certain berries and/or certain soaked nuts and seeds. Find the Low-FODMAP food list here.)
- solutions for SIBO (Here’s a good article.)
Additional optional ingredients
Several additional high-fiber foods can be used in your Constipation Smoothie, to change up the flavor and add variety:
- 1 heaping tablespoon roasted carob powder (find it here). Carob and beets go great together, kind of like a chocolate cake with beets added for moistness.
- Fresh or frozen berries (berries are a great high fiber food with many other health benefits).
- 2 tablespoons soaked chia seeds (not AIP, learn more about soaking seeds here): Simply stir chia seeds with a small amount of yogurt or apple cider vinegar and water, and leave out overnight. The seeds will absorb the liquid and enzymatically become more digestible and nutritious. They are then ready to use.
- The juice of half a lemon also aids in liver detoxification and makes a lovely flavor combined with the beets and ginger in the recipe below. (But do not combine with dairy milk, or the lemon juice will curdle the milk. Use with a non-dairy liquid base.)
- 1 tablespoon gelatin will thicken your smoothie (eat it with a spoon) and helps to keep fluid in the digestive tract. (Find the best gelatin here, and use discount code BEAUTIFUL10 for 10% off your entire order.)
- 1 cup bone broth or meat stock (in place of other liquid) makes the smoothie savory, into a bisque-like soup, and also provides gelatin and/or collagen.
- 1/2 teaspoon Ceylon cinnamon adds great flavor (delicious with carob) and may be good for blood sugar levels.
- See more optional add-ins in the Recipe Notes below. Lots of fun, delicious and nutritious variations.
Green smoothies for constipation
While greens add fiber to your diet, greens are not necessary in constipation smoothies for the smoothies to be effective.
Instead, focus on the key players in the smoothie, and add berries if you want additional fiber.
While most of us have been taught to eat our greens, greens like spinach come with dangers:
- Greens are high in oxalic acid.
- Greens are also high in Vitamin A, which can become toxic when over-consumed (read more on this here).
- Additionally, green veggies like kale and broccoli shouldn’t be eaten raw, because they’re hard to digest and can suppress thyroid function.
Constipation smoothie for toddlers and kids
Children are often the ones who struggle with constipation.
Parents are often told to use prunes and fruit juices. Those remedies rarely work.
So the question is: Is this beet smoothie safe for kids?
The answer is Yes, but start with small amounts. Give your child a quarter or a half portion to start. When you see some improvement, increase the amount until their bowel movements are optimum.
Too much psyllium husk powder isn’t good for kids just like it isn’t good for adults. Fiber needs often have just as much to do with the individual as the age of the individual.
Adults can be sensitive too, and some kids need more psyllium than others. Start with less and increase as needed.
Also remember and consider ingredients like acacia fiber for children, and the vitamin A detox diet for children, to further address the cause of the constipation.
How fast does it work?
If you drink this smoothie one day, it is likely you’ll have relief the next day.
Because this remedy is a food-based solution, its transit time is how long it takes to work. Some of you will definitely need the psyllium husk powder, so be sure to include the 1/2 teaspoon called for in the recipe.
Also be sure to use the full quantity of beets designated.
If you have any questions, please feel free to ask them in the Comments section below.
Constipation Smoothie (all veggie, fruit option, beet-based, effective and fabulous)
Equipment
- pot and stove
Ingredients
- 1 large beet , or 2 small beets (about ¾ to 1 lb. total)
- 1 cup milk of choice: raw milk, coconut milk for AIP or favorite homemade nut/seed milk (not AIP)
- 1 inch nub fresh ginger , cut into small pieces (no need to peel)
- ½ teaspoon organic psyllium husk powder (omit for GAPS and AIP unless okayed by your practitioner) and/or acacia fiber (see Recipe Notes)
- stevia , to taste (about 10 drops of liquid stevia or a sprinkle of powdered, depending on the concentration) OR use 1 tablespoon honey (for GAPS and AIP) or pure maple syrup
- pinch sea salt
- See Recipe Notes for additional Add-ins
Instructions
- Do not peel beets. Wash. Roughly chop and place in pot. Cover with water. Cook over medium heat until tender through to the center, 15-25 minutes, depending on the size of the chunks. Drain. (Note: To make more beets for future days, cook several beets at one time. Store the extra in the fridge.) I also cook my beets in the Instant Pot. (How-to link in Recipe Notes below.)
- Decide if you're making a hot or a cold smoothie. The older I get, the more I like hot smoothies best. If hot: Heat your milk in a small saucepan. If cold, plan ahead to chill OR even freeze your beet chunks.
- Place all ingredients in blender: hot or cold milk, warm or cold beets, fresh ginger, optional psyllium or acacia fiber, stevia or preferred sweetener and sea salt.
- Blend until smooth. Serve and enjoy!!
Notes
Psyllium Husk Powder or Acacia Fiber
This smoothie recipe allows you to choose between using psyllium husk powder (find it HERE) and/or acacia fiber (find it HERE). I go into more detail about this in the broader post, but you can use between ½ a teaspoon acacia fiber to 2 or more tablespoons. It is recommended to start with the lower dose and work up very gradually. Acacia fiber is a prebiotic that helps to restore proper balance of flora in the colon. In contrast, psyllium husk powder is a soluble fiber that adds weight and bulk to bowel movements to help them come out complete. Psyllium husk powder can be used safely long term, but it does not amend the colon ecosystem.Optional Add-ins
The beet-ginger version of this smoothie is excellent. But some days, if you're having the smoothie often, you may want to change it up. My favorite way to make this smoothie extra yummy is to add carob or cocoa. You'll see below the other additions I make, all of which I love, so I'm sharing them with you.- Add 1 tablespoon (or 1 heaping tablespoon if you prefer) toasted carob powder or cocoa powder. I like this option best with the smoothie warm or hot. The warmth helps the cocoa flavor to bloom and become more digestible. I prefer to omit the ginger when I make the cocoa version.
- Add 1 teaspoon blackstrap molasses. In addition to making the smoothie a potent source of iron, molasses is delicious with the ginger in the smoothie.
- Add 2 teaspoons mesquite powder. (Find it here.) This mild sweetener adds depth to the ginger flavor, making the smoothie even earthier. I love mesquite and use it often. Mesquite is also a prebiotic fiber. Omit other sweeteners or start with less until you find how sweet you like the smoothie.
- Add ½ to 1 cup berries of choice. This addition makes the smoothie bigger, so you may have some leftover to have at another time in the day. Don't decrease the beets to compensate if you want the full benefit of this smoothie as a constipation remedy.
- Add 2 tablespoons (or 1 scoop) collagen powder for more protein. (Find it here. Use code BEAUTIFUL10 at check out for 10% off your entire order.)
How to Cook Beets in Instant Pot HERE.
Nutrition
Are beet smoothies healthy long term?
My concern with long term use of beet smoothies is two-part: One, beets are high in oxalates. It may be best to rotate beet smoothies with berry-soaked-chia smoothies to reduce the intake of oxalic intake.
Second, please continue to look for the root cause of your constipation. While this smoothie works, consider other changes or insights that may eliminate the need for supplements (even food supplements).
Consider these changes:
- Increase magnesium intake.
- Consider the vitamin A detox diet. This is the diet that allowed me to stop taking my iron supplement. My iron supplement was the cause of my constipation. When the liver is overloaded with vitamin A, it pushes iron out. With a functional or naturopathic doctor’s help, consider an alternative to your iron supplement: Why is your body prone towards anemia? Again, look for the root cause. While I loved this smoothie remedy for many months, I no longer need it because of my new diet and the wellness that’s happening as a result.
- Read this article on several Constipation Remedies. One of these remedies is simply a probiotic that works wonders!
Theresa says
I thought psyllium husk was something that couldn’t be used regularly because there is a danger of becoming dependent on it. Curious to hear your thoughts on this.
Megan says
Hi Theresa, great question. I believe that dependency is not well described or documented, with vague wording that psyllium can cause muscle and nerve damage. It looks to me like this kind of reaction would come from high dose misuse of psyllium. I believe this is what they’re referring to. My designation in the recipe is very low: 1/2 teaspoon. This amount of psyllium is less than the amount recommended to start with, yet it’s very effective and very gentle. So I think the main problem that arises is most people don’t know how to use psyllium with beets, so they just take more and too much psyllium, thus leading to too much pressure in their intestines and colon and not enough water. In contrast, at a 1/2 teaspoon daily, I think psyllium is a great food fiber solution that’s gentle, especially when used alongside beets … or other fiber foods like berries. And plenty of hydration daily. Beyond these issues, I believe in intuition and that individuals usually have a sixth sense about whether they are drawn to psyllium or acacia or both, depending on what their bodies need. Tangentially, I love and respect my ND, and she gives psyllium husk powder a thumbs up, as long as it’s organic. Any other specific concerns you are thinking of in terms of dependency? Thanks!
Theresa says
No, that addresses it. Thanks!
Megan says
I’m so glad. You’re welcome. 🙂
Barbara says
This smoothie sounds great, EXCEPT I am restricted to a Low Fodmap diet and beets (esp. raw) are high Fodmap foods. Any suggestions? Needing all the help I can get with taming this IBS, esp constipation.
Megan says
Hi Barbara, firstly, can your body tolerate a small quantity of cooked beets? As you know with the FODMAP foods, some cause bloating and other symptoms if eaten in any quantity, while other foods are tolerated and should be eaten in small amounts. If you don’t get bloating from a small amount of cooked beets, we could build a smoothie up from there. If not, I’m happy to email with you to consider other options.
Secondly, have you considered the Vitamin A Detox diet, and have you had your food intolerance done with Dr. Zeff? This article discusses the food intolerance concept: https://eatbeautiful.net/2016/07/24/difference-food-allergy-intolerance-food-sensitivity/ and gives a link at the end to reach Dr. Zeff if you’re interested. And here’s the VAD diet info to consider, which I have found provides the deepest healing: https://eatbeautiful.net/2019/06/23/vitamin-a-detox-diet-free-printable-food-lists-avoid-eat-toxicity/
Hafiz says
We are huge Beet believers! also try Beet kvass is super easy to make and great in salad dressings. Thanks Megan!!
Megan says
Hi Hafiz, how lovely to hear from you and happy summer!! 🙂 Thank you for mentioning kvass!! You are so right. I was thinking about it as I wrote this post and should have left a link. Here’s my kvass recipe for any readers who might be interested: https://eatbeautiful.net/2014/07/30/my-beet-kvass-recipe-with-lovely-variations-2/ I like your idea to include it in salad dressings and haven’t done that before. Love to you and Asha!
sunshine Float says
Made these this morning, and followed instructions exactly. They were out of this world. Outstanding! I can’t wait to make these for friends.
Megan says
I’m so happy to read your comment. Thank you for sharing! 🙂
Raia Todd says
What a gorgeous smoothie, Megan. I don’t deal with constipation (thankfully!) but I might try it anyway. All those nutrients would be good for me none the less. 🙂
Megan says
Nice Raia! 😉 Yeah, the liver cleansing properties are great. I eat this smoothie for lunches and always feel so good afterwards.
Joni Gomes says
The color of this smoothie is unreal! Not only pretty but also delicious and I loved the addition of the fresh ginger!
Megan says
Thanks Joni! I agree, beets’ color is unreal and so pretty! 🙂
ChihYu says
Tasty, nutritious, beautiful smoothie to feel great!
jennifer says
I’m going to make this, I’ll follow your recipe exactly and hope everything comes out all right. LOL, lol #seewhatIdidthere #poopjoke Seriously though, this is a great solution (which looks so delicious too) and your advice in the article was helpful
paleoglutenfreeguy says
That color tho! This is gorgeous and delicious no matter what else it does for you (although those benefits are great, too).
Kari - Get Inspired Everyday! says
I love how bright and beautiful this is, and it’s so healthy too!
Elaina says
Great post, Megan! Thanks for all the good info. I’ve been thinking about adding beets to smoothies for a while now because they’re one of my favorite things in fresh juice blends. Do you think I’d still get the same benefits if I used canned or jarred beets that are already cooked? If not, maybe roasting them then freezing them into chunks?
Megan says
Hi Elaina, thanks for your comments and questions! 🙂 Yes, for sure. You’ll still get the benefits with any cooked beet, so canned, jarred, roasted, steamed etc. Freezing the chunks works great. Here’s a recipe I made in 2016 where you freeze cooked beets to make a smoothie. It wasn’t intended for constipation (just healthy and yummy), but it’s got the cooking, freezing technique and ratio of ingredients for making a slushy-smoothie with cooked then frozen beets: https://eatbeautiful.net/2016/05/15/beet-ginger-smoothiemilkshake/
Jean says
I love that not only is this packed with all the healthy nutrients, it’s so pretty as well! I’m definitely saving this for when we need it in our house.
canada fullz says
Greetings! Veery helpful advіce within this article!
It’s the little changes that makе the largeѕt changes.
Thanks a lot for sharing!
Mirlene says
The color of this smoothie is mesmerizing. Definitely a wonderful way to start the day! 🙂
STACEY CRAWFORD says
This also has some detox ingredients in it so it would be great for that as well as internal cleansing. That color is gorgeous!!
Shah says
I will try it. Thanks a lot
Megan says
You’re welcome, and I hope it’s helpful!
Kassia says
Has anyone made this with golden beets? And does it work as well?
Megan says
Hi Kassia, I have. I like it better with pink beets if you’re not adding carob. If you add carob/cocoa and want it to be brown, then the golden loose color when cooked and make the smoothie look like a chocolate shake. I don’t find yellow beets to be quite as sweet, nor the swirled pink and white chioggia beets. For effectiveness, I think they’re the same.
Kassia says
Follow up–I’ve made this smoothie quite a few times now! I love it! I use beets, chia seeds, acacia fiber, coconut milk, fresh ginger, a “golden milk” powder, ceylon cinnamon, frozen berries, collagen protein, whey protein, steamed greens, and cocoa powder! So good and earthy and spicy. Definitely a grownup smoothie ?
I wonder if there could be any problems drinking this daily? Can one eat TOO many beets?
Penny says
Is there something other than beets to use this? Beets have a high oxalate content & I am advised to eat them very sparingly because of kidney stone formation potential. I know berries can be used but not raspberries for same reason as beets, so blueberries or aronia berries (chokeberries) could be substituted. How much of either would be good amount to substitute? Thanks.
Megan says
Hi Penny, you could do 1/2 cup of each berry in place of the beets. Aronias are great for fiber, so you could try a full cup of them. The recipe may not be as effective without the beets, but worth trying for your body, to see.
Oluchi says
Thanks for sharing your recipe. Do you think this can be consumed in pregnancy? I am seriously constipated and bloated and in my 1st trimester. I’m keen on trying this Smoothie. Please advise. Many thanks.
Megan says
Hi Oluchi, you can ask your doctor what she thinks about the psyllium husk. All the articles I found say it’s fine, like this one: https://www.livestrong.com/article/460259-safe-fiber-supplements-during-pregnancy/ As far as beets, they are just a gentle food and one that many pregnant women eat. 🙂 This article shares that it’s safe to eat beets during each stage of pregnancy: https://www.pregnancyfoodchecker.com/benefits-eating-beets-beetroot-during-pregnancy/ I hope this is helpful for you!
Oluchi says
Thank you so much Megan. I really appreciate your reply. Have a lovely evening.x
Marie biladeau says
What are thoughts on using beet powder if I don’t have fresh beets?
Megan says
Hi Marie, good question. Theoretically, it would work if you add water, because all the fiber is still there; it’s just been dehydrated. But, I haven’t tried it to be sure! I hope it works for you!
Stuck in hospital until #2 says
Am I missing something or is there not a commenter here that used this to successfully relieve constipation??
I think it’s fantastic you’re all supporting the blogger you love, but the review scores are pretty deceiving for someone who is actually in search of relief.
Megan says
Hi and thanks for voicing that concern. If you look at the ratings on the actual recipe, those are mostly from anonymous readers. The reason more people who use this recipe don’t actually comment is because most people don’t want to share that they are or have been constipated. I have both clients and readers who’ve emailed me or told in me in person that this recipe works, plus the star ratings from people I don’t know. And I completely relied on it myself every single day before getting lasting relief. All you have to do is try it to see if it works for you. One smoothie is an easy way to see. I do believe it works well for most people. Beets are amazing.
Heather W. says
Do you have a keto-friendly suggestion? Thank you.
Megan says
Hi Heather, yes, a couple options. One, you can use 1 cup cauliflower rice; if you choose this option, choose frozen, as it is less cauli-tasting (and convenient). It will not be as high in fiber as beets, so I also recommend adding SunFiber to the smoothie. (https://amzn.to/3p5pG0r) To use it, start slowly, with just a 1/4 scoop, and then work up to a full scoop daily. I think you’ll start to see improvement on the smaller dose, and then a lot of improvement once you’re up to the full scoop (but don’t exceed that amount). And then, I’d do the option with cocoa powder added in, and you can add some frozen raspberries if you like, too. I hope you love the smoothie and that it’s very helpful.
Valerie says
Hello Megan,
I would like to know if I’m able to replace sugar with medjool dates? Medjool dates are sweet, could I use this instead? Also, I hear people say stay away from diary when you are constipated. So instead of milk, can I use water? Or would oat milk or soy milk be better? Please let me know. Thank you so much!
Megan says
Hi Valerie, happy to help. If you are not Keto or low carb, yes, you can use dates! Otherwise, they are too high in carbs. It is true about dairy, and oat milk is a great sub, again, as long as carbs are okay for you. Enjoy! Oh, and yes, water is okay, too. 🙂
Sandra says
Used the recipe to help my toddler “go”. She’s been struggling with constipation for the past month and nothing aside from laxatives have worked. I added mixed berries and she really loved it. The smoothie was unbelievably effective. Like…REALLY effective!
Megan says
YAY!, Sandra, so great to hear!! Thanks so much for sharing. So glad for you both!
Sara says
I can’t wait to make this, but I’m wondering… Is this smoothie allowed during the GAPS elimination diet? If so, at what stage? Thanks!
Megan says
Hi Sara, good question. Yes, the smoothie is allowed if you eliminate the psyllium and the stevia. You could use honey to sweeten if you like or your body tolerates it. I’m not sure what stage, but you’d be using cooked beets which should be stage 1, and then you’ll use an allowed milk, like coconut. You could peel the fresh ginger, and the sea salt is fine. You could even drink it warm, like soup for the early stages. I hope you find it helpful! 🙂
Sara says
Thanks, Megan! I know psyllium is not GAPS or AIP compliant, but I didn’t think acacia fiber was either. Am I wrong?
Megan says
Correct, it isn’t. You’re welcome. 🙂
Joy says
I tried this hot and I was pleasantly surprised. I have dealt with chronic constipation for a loooong time and have tried several different diets including Keto, AIP, Paleo, and currently full GAPS. Nothing has helped long term. Hoping this smoothie helps with some serious discomfort.
I love your recipes! I use them a lot and it truly helps that you include recipes for every individual.
Thank you!
Megan says
Hi Joy, Thank you! I’m so glad you found the smoothie recipe good, and yes, I hope it helps with your discomfort. For me, over time, I found the low vitamin A diet helped the long term constipation more than anything else. The doctor associated with the diet helps with potassium supplementation, as well as Mg, which really helps, while he also works on healing the bile ducts in the liver, thyroid health and other true causes of the constipation. If this smoothie helps for now, that is also what it did for me, but eventually you may decide you need a deeper solution, so here’s the link about that diet and doctor if it’s helpful: https://eatbeautiful.net/vitamin-a-detox-diet-free-printable-food-lists-avoid-eat-toxicity/ Blessings!!