Can Mighty Kids Supplements Cause Constipation?

The Mighty Kids supplements are gentle, allergen-free, and extremely unlikely to cause constipation.

 In fact, several key ingredients used actually support bowel health, and are known as “mild osmotic laxatives” because they draw water into the intestines and help soften stools, making them easier to pass.

What is constipation, and what might cause it?

Constipation is a common gastrointestinal ailment that can be experienced by anyone from newborns to older individuals. According to the National Institutes of Health, it is characterised by infrequent and often difficult bowel movements, typically three or fewer a week. 

As a common symptom that affects individuals of all ages, it can be caused by anything from a change in routine to a lack of physical activity, but is often triggered by:

• A diet low in fibre (which can be found in fruits, vegetables and whole grains)

• Low levels of hydration

Mighty Kids Supplements should not have a constipating effect. However, we do appreciate that any person can have a reaction to any product. If you, or your child is suffering with constipation, and you suspect this might be linked to starting our supplements, it can be helpful to begin small (even as low as 1ml/day of the supplement) and build up over a few days to the full dose. This gradual increase should alleviate any changes in bowel movements that might be triggered by starting an unfamiliar product. 

Below is a detailed look at how our supplements work with your digestive system to support healthy bowel function, to help address any concerns.

For further information on the ingredients found in our products, take a look at this article that goes into more depth: Information on Ingredients Used

Magnesium

Liposomal magnesium is more bioavailable and gentler on the digestive system than traditional magnesium supplements, which can sometimes cause gastrointestinal side-effects like diarrhoea or constipation. The Mighty Kids Magnesium contains de-oiled sunflower lecithin which supports digestion and gut health, often resulting in improved constipation and less painful bowel movements. In addition, we specifically chose magnesium bisglycinate as this form is known for being the least likely to cause digestive discomfort. However, while it's less likely to cause constipation or loose stools compared to other forms of magnesium, (such as magnesium oxide or magnesium carbonate) it could still happen in some very rare cases. Everybody reacts differently to supplements, and some individuals may experience these issues with any form of magnesium.

Multivitamin

Usually, when multivitamins cause constipation in people, it is due to certain vitamins and minerals present in the supplement, common culprits being iron and calcium. These nutrients can affect the fluid balance in the intestines, leading to harder, drier stools that are more difficult to pass. However, the Mighty Kids Liposomal Multivitamin does not contain iron for this reason, which means it is highly unlikely to cause any constipation. 

Vitamin C

Constipation is a very rare side effect that typically occurs only when Vitamin C is taken in very high doses. Excessive intake is classed as more than 2000mg per day, or 10x the daily dose of our Mighty Kids Liposomal Vitamin C for a 1–4 year old. Therefore, constipation as a result of taking our Vitamin C is extremely uncommon.

Vitamin D and K2

Constipation is a very rare side effect that typically occurs only when Vitamin D3 is taken in very high doses. According to the National Institutes of Health, the upper intake level for vitamin D is 4000 IU (100 mcg) per day for most adults, and adverse symptoms usually appear when daily intake exceeds 10,000 IU (250 mcg). The Mighty Kids Vitamin D3 & K2 supplement has 10mcg of Vitamin D3 per serving for those under 12 years, and 20mcg for those over 12 years. Constipation is extremely unlikely to occur with our Vitamin D3 & K2 supplement, as the daily dosage does not approach this upper limit.

Other ingredients

All of our products are soy free, GMO free, sugar free, allergen-free, vegan, and do not contain any artificial colours or flavourings. This means that they are extremely gentle for us to absorb and digest. You can find the full list of ingredients for every product via the shop on our website: https://mightykidssupplements.co.uk/shop/