05/07/2026
GLP-1s can slow gastric emptying ๐ฉ ๐
Constipation can be a real deal breaker for a lot of people/theyโre unable to continue using the medication. Each person is different and if gastroparesis is a concern (delayed emptying without a block for more than 3 months), it needs to be addressed by a physician ๐ฉ๐ปโโ๏ธ
When my tummy just needs a jump start, (especially the first day or two after a dose) here are a few things Iโve done to make sure I keep my tum tums moving:
๐๐ปโโ๏ธ Doing gut massage at night can help encourage motility (even 3-5 min is enough) ๐จ see next video for a tutorial
๐ฅ Fiber - build up to 25-25 g fiber/daily if youโre not already doing that. Itโs like a broom for your tummy. HOWEVER people with gastroparesis may need to modify how they consume their fiber. Avoid raw fiber sources and slowly increasing fiber volume can improve digestion and tolerance.
๐ง DRINK WATER (thirst signals will be dampened), dehydration worsens constipation. Our general rule of thumb is to drink enough water until your urine is pale yellow or if you like numbers, half your body weight in ounces.
๐ฅ Donโt undereat ๐โโ๏ธ you need the macro and micro nutrients to fuel your muscles, brain, bones, etc and you actually need something in your gut to ๐ฉ
๐โโ๏ธ EXERCISE! A 10-20 min walk after meals can do a lot of good. Check out my previous video on movements to help constipation.
๐ Magnesium citrate is great for regular use. Magnesium oxide is great for intermittent constipation, especially when the dam needs to break ๐ฌ talk to your doctor if those supplements are right for you.
Anyway, as I said before, managing chronic conditions takes a village ๐คท๐ปโโ๏ธ if you donโt have access to a provider, has affordable and accessible online pelvic floor therapy and they also have providers that can help with management as well as hormone management ๐ฅ๏ธ
