Jenny C. Posted July 31, 2013 Share Posted July 31, 2013 I'm training for my 5th marathon. (My whole30 started almost the same day as my training program.) I started using Natural Calm at the suggestion of someone in the forums. I have always struggled with constipation. The good news is, the Natural Calm seems to be really helping with constipation. (I take 2 teaspoons b4 I go to bed.) I've been doing a bit of experimenting with how much/when to take the Natural Calm. Two teaspoons right before bed seems to help the most with sleep and with constipation. On the down side, when I take 2 teaspoons before bed, it has a negative effect on my run the next morning. It makes me dizzy in the morning which affects my running. Has anyone experienced a similar problem? Do you think that over time, my body will get used to the Natural Calm and I'll stop getting dizzy? Should I just find another supplement entirely. I was SO excited that I finally found something that worked for constipation. But I can't take it if it's going to get in the way of my training. (Of course, being constipated doesn't help with training either, so it's sort of a conundrum...) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators ultrarunnergirl Posted July 31, 2013 Moderators Share Posted July 31, 2013 I have not had any dizziness issues with Natural Calm. I take a half to full teaspoon most nights. Perhaps you could try cutting back on the amount you use and see if that helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lbosmer Posted August 2, 2013 Share Posted August 2, 2013 I also take Natural Calm at night right before bed. I started out taking it about 4 months ago and began with a half a teaspoon like the container said. I think your body gradually gets used to it over time (that's the impression I got from reading the label) Over a month or so I gradually increased until I was taking the full 2 teaspoons. I did have to cut it back because I would feel really groggy in the morning after taking the full dose. I don't run in the morning but I do Crossfit most mornings and I do agree that while I was taking the full dose I was a little "cloudy" those mornings. If I were you I would start back with the 1/2 teaspoon and then gradually increase until you find that good balance. Mine happened to be only 1 teaspoon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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