Constipation is a very common condition and affects around 12% population around the world. The modern food habits and change in lifestyle has caused this to be more prevalent among the masses. These are the common symptoms of constipation:
- Less than three bowel movements in a week
- Pain while passing stools
- Hard or lumpy stools
Constipation can be easily treated at home. Here are a few ways in which you can get rid of this condition:
Watch what you eat
Include more fibre in your diet. Include fresh fruits and vegetables in the diet. Wheat brans, whole grains should be more frequently included in the diet. These foods make the stools soft and they easily pass through the digestive system.
Drink lots of water
Make sure that your drink adequate amount of water in a day. Drinking less water can cause constipation.
Exercise
Sedentary lifestyle is one of the major causes of constipation. People who have been suffering from constipation since a long time have seen significant improvement after changing their lifestyles. Regular walking, yoga, swimming etc have shown beneficial results.
Drink coffee
A study had shown that people who consume coffee regularly suffer less from constipation. Coffee has shown to aid bowel movement in people.
Try natural laxatives
Chia seeds
Berries
Legumes like beans, peas, chickpeas etc
Castor oil
Flaxseeds
Senna : This is a herb that has great laxative properties. This is available online
Olive oil
Fruits that help
Apples and kiwis have shown to have great relief in constipation.
