A lazy gut is a condition that causes slow movement of waste through your digestive tract and digestive system.
The slow movement of the waste through the digestive system is most often caused by reduced motility of your large intestine.
The lazy gut which is also called lazy bowel syndrome can be a consequence of indirect and direct factors that can result in symptoms of constipation.
Opening the bowels can vary between three times a day to three times a week in healthy people.
Symptoms can constantly fluctuate and 3 people in every 100 adults have persistent constipation over 20 years.
Lazy gut and lazy bowel syndrome is a common problem and does not usually mean that anything is seriously wrong.
You can stimulate a lazy gut by peforming stimulation with your finger every day until you start to have a regular pattern of bowel movements.
You can also stimulate bowel movements by using a suppository (glycerin or bisacodyl) or a small enema.
Some people find it helpful to drink warm prune juice or fruit nectar.
The symptoms of a lazy gut include.
Autoimmune problems, such as thyroid issues, rheumatoid arthritis and type 1 diabetes.
Digestive issues, such as irritable bowel syndrome, constipation, diarrhea, heartburn or bloating.
Sleep issues.
Skin rashes and allergies.
Sugar cravings.
Unexplained fatigue or sluggishness.
Some ways to reset your gut and restore the microbiome balance include.
Removing foods that feed harmful bacteria and cause inflammation.
Introducing plenty of prebiotic foods, which feed beneficial bacteria.
Encouraging healthful practices, such as getting enough sleep and exercise and staying hydrated.
The best foods for a lazy gut include.
Wholemeal bread.
Brown rice.
Fruit and veg.
Beans.
Oats.
You don't need to poop every day to be regular.
It's normal and healthy to have a bowel movement anywhere between three times a week to three times a day.
If you're producing soft, well-formed logs that aren't hard to push out, your bowels are probably in good shape.