What to do when youre constipated

What To Do When Youre Constipated. Aim to up your fiber intake if you notice bowels slowing. Dr Carolyn Newberry explains to Bustle six things that happen to your body when youre experiencing constipation. If youre constipated simple fixes like drinking more water and eating more fiber may help. They work by adding bulk or volume to your stool.

If youre stuck on the toilet with constipation then do the following. To ease your constipation youll want to change these habits. Here is a list of foods to eat and avoid when you are constipated. Fiber supplements are readily available and effective at inducing bowel movements if a low-fiber diet is the cause of your constipation. They work by adding bulk or volume to your stool. Probably as little as necessary Im guessing.

Probably as little as necessary Im guessing.

So how often do you think about your bowel movements. If youre constipated the last thing you want to do is block up your bowels more. Go to the toilet again. Contract and strain the rectum. It can affect the way other parts of your body function and feel she explains. Relax your body entirely.