Constipation is the condition in which there is difficulty in passing the stools and the person has to strain to eliminate faeces and in some cases the stool are excessively hard which may cause pain and discomfort during the act of defaecation .For some people Constipation is decreased Bowel Movements ,for others it is incomplete evacuation of faeces.
Medically it is less than 3 bowel movements per week and in severe cases when the bowel movements are less than one per week.Constipation that develops acutely and is associated with other symptoms like abdominal pain,nausea,vomitting etc. needs immediate medical attention because constipation is just a symptom and the cause could be life threatening(intestinal obstruction) .Chronic cases also need evaluation to rule out abnormal growth due to tumours etc.Other common causes of constipation are as under:-
a.The diet that is not rich in fibres and is lacking in vitamins and minerals.
b. Insufficient intake of water.
c. Insufficient chewing.
d. Consumption of meat in large quantities.
e. Irregular habbits of defaecation.
f. Lack of physical exercise.
g. Stress
h. Use of artifical sweetneers.
i. Underactive thyriod.
j. Irritable bowl syndrome.
k. Diabetes
l. Drugs.
HOME REMEDIES
Medically it is less than 3 bowel movements per week and in severe cases when the bowel movements are less than one per week.Constipation that develops acutely and is associated with other symptoms like abdominal pain,nausea,vomitting etc. needs immediate medical attention because constipation is just a symptom and the cause could be life threatening(intestinal obstruction) .Chronic cases also need evaluation to rule out abnormal growth due to tumours etc.Other common causes of constipation are as under:-
a.The diet that is not rich in fibres and is lacking in vitamins and minerals.
b. Insufficient intake of water.
c. Insufficient chewing.
d. Consumption of meat in large quantities.
e. Irregular habbits of defaecation.
f. Lack of physical exercise.
g. Stress
h. Use of artifical sweetneers.
i. Underactive thyriod.
j. Irritable bowl syndrome.
k. Diabetes
l. Drugs.
HOME REMEDIES
1. PHYSICAL EXERCISE:- One of the best way to prevent constipation is to do regular exercise which not only keeps our body fit but also tones up the stomach and intestines.
2.INTAKE OF PLENTY OF WATER:- Water is actually very effective home remedy for constipation. Every person should take atleast 6-8 glasses of water to keep himself hydrated and to prevent constipation.
3.USE OF HONEY:- Honey is the best laxative, 1 teaspoon of honey several times a day relieves from constipation.
4.USE OF GRAPES:- Grapes are very beneficial in overcoming constipation. The presence of cellulose sugar and organic acid in grapes makes them a laxative food. Grapes also tone up the stomach and intestine and relieve the most chronic constipation.
5.USE OF GUAVA AND PEAR:- It is another effective remedy. When eaten along with seeds it provides roughage to the diet and help in the normal evacuation.
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