Objectives
The period of suffering due to constipation or diarrhea can become a time for repentance. “Did I drink enough water this week?” and “I knew I shouldn’t have eaten that spicy curry.” Many reflect on their past decisions while sitting on the toilet and clutching at their belly. But if there is no karma that comes to mind, take a look at your diary. The answer may be in your menstrual cycle.
Diarrhea, Constipation, and Menstruation:
Our bodies regularly experience endometrium leaving the body if implantation does not occur despite certain hormones being produced in preparation for embryo implantation. We call this process “menstruation (period)” and wome