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8 Home Remedies for Constipation. Eat foods high in fiber, drink water and consider using a laxative. We all poop. But there might be times in your life where it can be difficult to have a bowel movement. How often you poop varies from person to person — you might have a bowel movement one to two times a day or every two to three days. But in general, if you have three or fewer bowel movements a week, hard stools or strain to have a bowel movement, then you may have constipation. Your stool can become dry and dense, it may feel like you haven’t fully emptied your bowels and it becomes painful to poop. So, is there anything you do to help you go? How to relieve constipation naturally. Here are some ways to tackle your constipation at home. 1. Take a fiber supplement. A fiber supplement can help relieve constipation. There are many options available over-the-counter online or at stores. They come in different forms like powder, fiber thins, capsules and gummies. Options include psyllium (Metamucil®), methylcellulose or plant-based prebiotic fiber. And when it comes to how often you should use a fiber supplement, it depends on how often you have constipation. If your constipation is very mild and happens sporadically, you can just take it as needed. Be aware that it can take 12 hours to three days to take effect. 2. Eat foods high in fiber. “You are what you eat” isn’t just a common saying. It can help you focus on eating the right types of foods that are high in fiber and plant-based so you feel well. What you eat can affect your bowel habits, your gut microbiome and how you feel in general. Adding high-fiber foods to your diet can help regulate your bowel movements by bulking up your stool and helping it move through your intestines faster. These foods are high in fiber: Whole-wheat pasta, Barley, Chickpeas, Edamame, Lentils and split peas, Blackberries, Raspberries, Pears, Artichoke hearts, Brussels sprouts, Chia seeds, Avocado, Oatmeal, Whole grain bread, Prunes. 3. Drink water. Drinking water seems obvious, right? But many of us struggle to stay properly hydrated throughout the day. The National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine recommends the following for daily fluid intake: 125 ounces (3.7 liters) for men. 91 ounces (2.7 liters) for women. 4. Exercise. If you’re feeling bloated and sluggish and haven’t had a bowel movement in a few days, try moving around. Movement and exercise can stimulate the abdominal muscles and blood flow to your intestines. But don’t think you need to go run a marathon or sign up for a spin class. Something as simple as walking around the block can get things unblocked. 5. Use a laxative. There are different kinds of laxatives that can help ease your constipation. Most of these can be purchased over-the-counter online or at the store. Osmotic laxative. Options include polyethylene glycol (MiraLAX), milk of magnesia and lactulose. Options include polyethylene glycol , milk of magnesia and lactulose. “This type of laxative softens stool by pulling water into the intestines,” Stimulant laxative. Your doctor may recommend that you take a laxative as needed, or sometimes more regularly depending on how significant or severe your constipation is. 6. Consider a stool softener. If you’ve tried adding fiber and still haven’t been able to poop, you could try a stool softener. You may see a stool softener and a laxative stimulant paired together. You can find stool softeners over-the-counter online or at the store. 7. Drink coffee. That cup of joe can help you go. Coffee can stimulate colonic contractions and the gastrocolic reflex, which causes increased movement of the lower GI tract in response to the stretch of the stomach from eating or drinking. 8. Get into a squat position. You probably don’t consider how you poop, but there can be some benefits to rethinking your position. Squatting or using a stool can help your stool pass more easily. When to see your doctor? If you’ve made changes to your diet, exercise routine, stress level and medications, but still have frequent constipation over the course of a few months, it might be time to see your doctor. Also, if you experience any of the following, it’s time to see your doctor. Weight loss, Severe or persistent abdominal pain, Rectal bleeding, Loss of appetite and Nausea and vomiting. This channel does not provide medical advice It is intended for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Never ignore professional medical advice in seeking treatment because of something you have watch on the Health Meteor Vlog Channel. If you think you may have a medical emergency, immediately call your doctor or dial emergency hotline in your country. Please do subscribe to this channel and hit the notification bell for more video health tips updates Thank you for watching Health Meteor Vlog!!