What does constipation have to do with depression?
I took an exam for depression at the doctor and one question asked about constipation. I was just wondering what does this have to do with depression?
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i would be well depressed if i couldn't go
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its because there is an excess build up of blood in the stomach which, when suffering from anxiety/depression, escapes the stomach meaning you cant digest your food properly.
hope this helps, hope you feel better soon (constipation or no constipation)
Ji x
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You don't feel better after dropping the kids off at the pool? I always feel my best when I make a mud monkey that I can be proud of. Hell, even talking about it has me smiling…
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Depression usually is associated with different eating patterns- many times not eating much at all. Water intake is usually less along with less food. You are not as physically active when you are depressed, which slows the intestinal tract.
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I am a nurse
Depression can be caused by stress. Stress can constipation.
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Hi Sebastian
Magnesium is used by naturopathic physicians to treat both conditions. So, magnesium deficiency could be what connects them.
Hope this helps!
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http://george-eby-research.com/html/depression-anxiety.html
http://www.ctds.info/5_13_magnesium.html
http://www.psychresearch.com/depression.html