Constipation: Keeping Your Bowels Healthy
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Constipation: Keeping Your Bowels Healthy
Overview
For healthy bowels, avoid constipation. You can try these steps.
- Eat foods high in fiber. Include fruits, vegetables, beans, and whole grains in your diet each day.
- Drink plenty of fluids.
- Get some exercise every day. Try to do moderate activity that adds up to at least 2½ hours a week. Or try to do vigorous activity that adds up to at least 1¼ hours a week.
- Take a fiber supplement. You can take a fiber supplement such as Citrucel or Metamucil, every day if needed. Read and follow all instructions on the label.
- Schedule time each day for a bowel movement. Having a daily routine may help. Take your time and do not strain when you are having a bowel movement.
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Current as of: October 19, 2023
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