Having constipation means to have a common digestive problem where it may be hard to have bowel movements, or the bowel movements are infrequent. Also, the stools can be hard which makes it difficult for them to pass through, meaning people have to strain to get them out.

Constipation can be prevented by following some of these tips:

• Don’t resist having a bowel movement when you get the urge
• Trying to set aside a fixed time each day for a bowel movement
• Eating more fiber
• Drinking plenty of fluids
• Not taking laxatives too often
• Exercising more frequently
• Limiting the intake of foods high in sugars and fat

To find out the causes of constipation, one must first understand how stools are formed. As food makes its way through the digestive tract, the body extracts water and nutrients from it. This is the process that forms stools, and these are then funneled through the intestines by muscle contractions. This process could be affected by a number of issues (including those listed above) that can cause the stools to pass more slowly through the intestines, causing constipation.

Constipation

Constipation can be treated by following the preventative tips above. If it persists, then a visit to the doctor is essential as it could be the cause of a serious underlying problem.