Natural Ways to Ease the Side Effects of Psychiatric Medication
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Take note: This information has been gathered by patients, for patients. It is not medical advice. You should ask your doctor if you have any questions or if your side effects are too severe or last too long. That's what your doctor's there for. This is just common sense on dealing with some of the more short term side effects.

Constipation

1. Add honey to your tea.

2. Avoid dairy (especially cheese), white sugar, fried foods, pasta, and other starchy foods.

3. Drink your 8 glasses of water a day.

4. Eat enough fruit.

5. Include whole grains, such as millet and brown rice, in your diet.

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