Informational Resources

24 hours prior to your appointment:

• Drink 1-2 litres of water, this helps to hydrate your body, softens stools making it easier to pass, try adding lemon to the water to increase the detox effect.
• Eat plenty of fibre. Try soups or stews, adding plenty of vegetables to your meal, and chew it thoroughly. This all helps to make it easier to pass.
• No alcohol, fizzy drinks, or coffee. The sugars, artificial sweeteners, and stimulants all have a dehydrating effect causing inflammation and bloating.
• No processed food. This can aggravate digestion and cause bloating.
• Drink herbal teas like peppermint, ginger, or camomile helping you to relax promote good digestion and dispel gas.

• Rest and keep warm, listen to your body
• Avoid strenuous exercise for 1-2 hours
• Avoid drinking cold water if you are feeling cold
• Drink herbal teas or diluted soup
• Avoid drinking alcohol and eating foods known to slow transit times i.e., meat, processed food, dairy products, bread 
• Use abdominal massage and hot water bottle if feeling cold or if you have some cramping.