Constipation
Updated: Jul 16, 2019
Constipation is where you find it difficult to empty your bowels regular, it can be associated with hardened feces.
How frequent bowels movements occur differs from person to person. Some go up to 3 times a day whilst others may go 1-2 times a week.
Why does it happen?
Change of diet
Not enough water or fibre in the diet
Side effect of medication
Symptom of illness or disease
Eating disorders
Lack of activity
Stress
Holding when you need to go toilette
Pregnancy
Stress
Symptoms
Few bowel movements
Bloating
Stomach pain
Straining when going toilette
Feeling of being constantly full
Hard or small stools
Vomiting
Feeling like your bowels haven’t emptied
Top Tips
Balanced diet with plenty fibre
2litres of water per day
Regular exercise
Cut out caffein and dairy
Go to the toilet when you feel the urge
Top Foods & Helpful Herbs
Dark leafy green vegetables
Fruit
Legumes
Beans
Berries
Avocado
Kimchi
Sauerkraut
Aloe vera
Ginger