I know this sounds odd, but lots of hot cocoa- sugar free for me- (and the gas x <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-wink.gif" border="0"> ) helps me when I get like that. Also, increasing my liquids intake, and having things like chicken noodle or cream of chicken soup, (warm, lots of liquids, and pretty filling) instead of my regular meals for a couple of times help to get things going, too. I would say walking, but I know your hip hurts...tummy rubs help me too. I hope you are feeling better soon!