Top Tips to Prevent and Relieve Constipation
By drawing water from your intestines, it also quickly relaxes your muscles, allowing for easier elimination and less straining.
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Estimates suggest up to 20% of the general population experience chronic constipation, characterized by hard, dry and difficult to pass stools, and/or having less than three bowel movements per week
To prevent constipation, make sure you’re drinking enough water each day, and increase your fiber intake to 25 to 50 grams per 1,000 calorie…
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