Passover problems, or, “Matzo-zuma’s Revenge”
See Detroit News, Paper Chase: You can puncture that Passover illness,
…According to some Jews, they suffer an 11th plague during Passover from eating unleavened bread: constipation.
Matzo, flatbread made from flour and water, figures prominently in Passover celebrations. According to the Torah, Hebrews left Egypt in such a hurry there was no time to allow bread to rise.
Ever since, some have complained of digestive troubles during Passover. It may be humorous to some, but others say the issue is real.
A Facebook group, “Passover = National Constipation Week for Jewish People” has about 50 members. The Jewish Federation of North America urges Jews on its Web site to “take an Exodus from heavy fare and try fruits and veggies at Seder,” a feast on the first two nights of Passover. …
“Pharaoh’s Revenge”, “Montezuma’s Revenge”, “Matzo-zuma’s Revenge”, whatever. L’chaim, be well God’s people.
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