The Experience Miracles™ Podcast 64. Q&A: More Than Magnesium: Getting to the Real Root Cause of Constipation
In this episode of the Experience Miracles podcast, Dr. Tony Ebel discusses chronic constipation in children from a neurological perspective. He explains why traditional treatments often fail and introduces a drug-free approach focused on the nervous system. Dr. Ebel shares insights from his clinical practice, revealing the connection between constipation and various neurodevelopmental disorders, and presents a solution through Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care.
[00:01:00] - Understanding the Scope of Chronic Constipation
- Statistics: 1 in 4 children affected
- Higher prevalence in children with neurological conditions
- Introduction to natural, drug-free solutions
[00:02:00] - Common Treatment Approaches and Their Limitations
- Discussion of typical supplements and treatments
- Magnesium supplements
- Probiotics
- Diet modifications
- Essential oils
[00:03:00] - Beyond Traditional Solutions
- Limitations of conventional approaches
- Issues with Miralax and its side effects
- Case study introduction: Lucas's story
[00:05:00] - Three Essential Points About Chronic Constipation
- Root cause approach importance
- Connection to nervous system
- Need for targeted support
[00:06:00] - Neurological Connection
- Introduction to neurogenic constipation
- Impact of modern stressors on children's nervous systems
- Fight-or-flight response explanation
[00:08:00] - Correlation with Other Conditions
- Connection to anxiety
- Relationship with ADHD
- Prevalence in autism spectrum disorders
[00:09:00] - The Chiropractic Solution
- "Poop button" concept
- Specific adjustment techniques
- Importance of proper nervous system function
[00:10:00] - Practical Implementation
- Immediate results discussion
- Practice setup for patient needs
- Real-world effectiveness
PX Docs Article on Miralax Side Effects
PX Docs Articles on Constipation
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