As I've mentioned in other threads, I recently tried out MACA to help with low libido and it has been a huge long term mistake I am still paying for. I took it almost daily for about 4-5 weeks roughly. I almost immediately noticed bad constipation and bloating but I thought I could "push through it" and my stomach would adjust. After a week into it I actually switched to MACA liquid extract because everything I've read says that form is ideal for those with digestive issues, but that wasn't remotely true.
I have since 100% stopped using MACA about two weeks ago and my stomach is worse than ever. It's like I can't recover. I'm constantly horribly constipated and bloated. I've had to work from home instead of going into the office for most of the last two weeks because I literally can't fit into any of my pants. My stomach looks like I'm 9 months pregnant. And I'm a 42 year old male who definitely is not pregnant
I do have tiny bowel movements about once a day that are in no way relieving or helpful. A couple of times I've used either magnesium citrate or a salt flush to force myself to have diarrhea but even though it "works" I still feel back to the same way within an hour or two. When I do have diarrhea it's like mostly liquid comes out, so still not a full evacuation.
Three days ago I started using l-glutamine powder because I've read it's an amazing digestive aid, but it hasn't helped yet. Has anyone else tried this method and if so how long before seeing any results?
I'm at a loss here. It's getting to the point where I may have to go see a doctor, but I fear that actually getting down to the real issue will be pretty difficult for a doctor.
I have since 100% stopped using MACA about two weeks ago and my stomach is worse than ever. It's like I can't recover. I'm constantly horribly constipated and bloated. I've had to work from home instead of going into the office for most of the last two weeks because I literally can't fit into any of my pants. My stomach looks like I'm 9 months pregnant. And I'm a 42 year old male who definitely is not pregnant
I do have tiny bowel movements about once a day that are in no way relieving or helpful. A couple of times I've used either magnesium citrate or a salt flush to force myself to have diarrhea but even though it "works" I still feel back to the same way within an hour or two. When I do have diarrhea it's like mostly liquid comes out, so still not a full evacuation.
Three days ago I started using l-glutamine powder because I've read it's an amazing digestive aid, but it hasn't helped yet. Has anyone else tried this method and if so how long before seeing any results?
I'm at a loss here. It's getting to the point where I may have to go see a doctor, but I fear that actually getting down to the real issue will be pretty difficult for a doctor.
