Symptom 8: Nausea or Vomiting
Nausea can strike at the most unexpected times, washing over you like an unwanted tide. This uneasiness, lingering in the pit of your stomach, can at times culminate in vomiting. When paired with constipation, nausea doesn’t just exist in isolation; it’s a strong indication of the body’s struggle with a digestive gridlock.
But how are constipation and nausea connected? When waste accumulates in the intestines, it can lead to an intestinal blockage. This impediment not only restricts further passage but can also cause a backlog. As undigested food and waste sit stagnant, it may produce toxins. These toxins, when absorbed into the bloodstream, can be the catalysts for that overwhelming feeling of nausea.
Moreover, constipation can lead to a bloated and distended stomach. This stretched state can stimulate the vagus nerve, the very nerve responsible for initiating the gag reflex. Thus, severe constipation, in conjunction with an activated vagus nerve, might not only induce nausea but also lead to vomiting. (8)
