Constipation
is a common problem that affects many
people; for some it occurs regularly and for others it is a endless struggle. When
you have difficulty in passing stools or it takes you more than 2 days to
defecate then it is considered as constipation. Symptoms of constipation are when you
experience fewer bowel movements, hard stools, pain and swelling of the
abdomen, incomplete or straining bowel movements, etc. The common causes of constipation are change
of diet, too much of dairy products, irritable bowel syndrome, inactive
lifestyle, lack of enough fiber and water, pregnancy, hypothyroidism and
stress.
Bowel movement should be easy and pain free and this can
happen if you follow a healthy lifestyle with the right kind of food. Fiber is good for the digestive system and
healthy bowel movements and drinks enough water to keep your stools soft. Olive
oil helps soften your stool and hence you can have one spoon of olive oil on an
empty stomach and also prepare your meals with olive oil. You can drink coffee
and enough of liquid as it aids in your digestive systems and removes all
toxins from your body. You can drink lemon water every day which is easy to prepare;
just squeeze lemon in warm water and drink it. Lemon contains citric acid which
plays an important role in easing constipation problems. Fruits like guava and figs aid the digestive
system and helps relieve constipation.
Herbal laxatives also help in relieving and easing
constipation in a safe and effective way – you can read more on www.vitolax.com
