What symptoms should I be looking out for?
Functional constipation has a few symptoms including:
Bloating
Lethargy
Incomplete evacuation
Hard stools
Irregular bowel movements
What should I do if I am suffering from Constipation?
If you are suffering from constipation on a regular basis, we would recommend that you visit your GP prior to your Dietetic appointment to rule out any medical cause. Your next step will then be to visit a dietitian to assess your diet and lifestyle.
There is a great deal of research proving that poor dietary habits and lifestyle factors play a key role in causing the most common type of constipation – functional constipation. This is where the bowel is healthy but is not functioning as it should.
How Can Spectrum Nutrition Help?
During your initial consultation, your Dietitian will assess your symptoms, diet and lifestyle. The overall aim of diet therapy is to identify potential trigger foods, reduce symptoms of constipation and improve your quality of life. The Dietitians at Spectrum Nutrition can help to identify the root cause of constipation, whether it is a symptom of wheat intolerance or IBS or a reaction to certain fibres or sugars in the diet. We will equip you with the knowledge and skills to prevent or manage constipation for good.
Your Dietitian will also carry out a complete nutritional assessment, taking a diet history, body composition analysis including weight, BMI, waist circumference, body fat percentage, lean body mass, waist to hip measurement and more.
You will receive:
- A starter meal plan tailored to you
- Recipe book to suit your dietary requirements
- Tailored advice and action points
Our Locations
We provide online consultations no matter where you are based.
Booking Your Appointment
To book your appointment please complete the below form or phone our patient services team, available Monday – Friday between 9am – 5pm, and Saturdays between 8:00am – 4:00pm. If your enquiry is urgent please phone the team at 01-6111740 and they will be able to assist you.
