The Abc's Of Constipation And Digestive Health

The Abc's Of Constipation And Digestive Health

If you have ever experienced bowel movements that were difficult to pass and very hard and dry, you may have had constipation. Constipation is something many people suffer with, but they don't have to.

While many mainstream medical doctors will say it's ok to have bowel movements only three or so times a week, those who practice holistic medicine see things differently. They believe that every time you eat a meal, your body should send a nerve impulse to let the rest of the system know that new food is coming in. That should trigger the colon to remove what is inside, and prepare for a new load of digested food. Under their belief, that means a person should have bowel movements two to three times a day, after every meal.

But sometimes the body does not seem to want to remove the waste inside. Someone suffering constipation may start feeling bloated, and full. Soon, they may even experience discomfort in the abdominal and rectal areas as well as the lower back. Eventually, it may progress to nausea and headaches. The reason for this is simple, the waste products that are not being eliminated from your body are starting to decay and the toxins from the decaying process are being absorbed back into your system. If this keeps happening, it could cause digestive problems and even colon diseases including cancer.

Not everyone wants to take medication to remedy the problem, and you don't have to. There are healthy, natural ways to cure constipation. The easiest way is to not get it in the first place. You can try to prevent constipation by keeping yourself on a high-fiber diet. Diets high in fiber keep the digestive tract moving on a regular schedule, and keep the colon free of waste that could begin to decay. The types of foods to add to your diet to up the fiber content are vegetables and fruits as well as nuts, seeds and whole grains. In addition you may want to supplement the fiber intake with a herbal detoxification formula that can naturally clean your colon.

Sometimes, people don't allow their bodies the proper time to eliminate. This can lead to constipation. Make a habit of getting up a little early and giving yourself time after every meal to have a bowel movement. Also, make sure you have the proper posture while having the movement. You should be in a squatting position with your feet elevated.

The amount of activity in your day also may have something to do with how prone you are to being constipated. Try to exercise at least 30 minutes a day to get your body moving. That motion will include you intestines, which will trigger good bowel movements.