Travel, Stress & Pooping

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By: Toni Carey (@toni_carey)

Travel, stress, constant changes in my routine, means I have 99 problems and digestion is one. Before I get too deep, let me warn you that this post will contain numerous references to my gut health and poop. Yup, poop.

I feel like this is a safe space since ALL runners regularly talk about their poop. From running through an “upset stomach,” unforeseen poop emergencies while running to, most importantly, how to force poop before a race. (Yes, there's actually a technique).

I’ve always had issues with my gut and pooping regularly. Now, we all know the problems that arise with irregular bowel movements and as I approached 30, I knew I had to get myself together. Feeling bloated ALL THE TIME was not a good look.

With some diet changes, it got WAY better, but now that I’m traveling more frequently than ever, I still find that my belly gets a little angrier every time I step foot on a plane or in a hotel room. I don’t know what it is about traveling, but my body hates it.

Since regular travel was a new part of my life, I knew I had to do something quick to help me through the bloating and all the other icky side-effects of being on the road (and being stressed).

And, as if the gut gods heard my cry, this year we are partnering with Meta, a line of health supplements that harness the power of nature’s super ingredients like psyllium fiber. FIBER!!! The go-to digestive health solution! My mom would be so proud.

But, with Meta, it’s all about hitting a few birds with one stone. By adding Meta products to your diet, (like Metamucil Powder), you’re not only getting fiber, but also lowering your cholesterol and maintaining digestive balance.*^

But even outside of my gut health, Meta has great products to complement my active and BUSY lifestyle (check out these Meta Health Bars). I can’t wait to share more information about Meta with you! Especially something that I’m REALLY excited about that’s happening next month.

In the meantime, for the sake of not feeling alone, raise your hand if you can feel my gut health pain! Tweet us at @blackgirlsrun or @toni_carey and share your travel woes with me!

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^These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

I'm a sponsored Meta Influencer, but all opinions are my own. Meta partnered with bloggers, such as me, to get the word out about its great product benefits. As part of this program, I received compensation for my time. Meta believes that consumers and bloggers are free to form their own opinions and share them in their own words. Meta’s policies align with WOMMA Ethics Code, Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines and social media engagement recommendations.

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