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Digestive System
Constipation is a very common problem. Signs and symptoms may include stomach
pain, and less than three bowel movements in a week. But healthy eating and regular
exercise can help prevent it.
Here are a few tips to help with chronic constipation.
Include more fruits and Drink sufficient water Reduce the intake of
vegetables in your diet (high daily (approx. 8 caffeine (coffee, tea, soft
fibre content). glasses of water/day). drinks, etc.).
Avoid lying down Avoid sitting for long Take a regular walk and
immediately after a meal, at one place. do exercise.
instead make a habit of
taking a stroll for 5–10 mins.
Avoid excess consumption of Chew your food Try to eat at regular
processed food/junk food. properly before times and at regular
swallowing. intervals.
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