Constipation Prescription

THE CONSTIPATION ACTION PLAN

Did you ever think feeling angry and irritable could be a symptom of constipation? A

horrible fullness and pressing sharp pains against the bladders can’t help but affect your

mood. Sometimes you just want everyone to leave you alone and sleep to escape the

pain. It is virtually impossible to be constipated and keep a sunny disposition. Follow the

steps in this guide to alleviate constipation and lead a happier healthy life.

WHAT IS CONSTIPATION?

Constipation is the number one gastrointestinal complaint, accounting for 2.5 million

doctor visits a year. At some time or another most people will experience constipation,

but certain people have a higher tendency. Woman report having constipation more

often than men. It is also common for pregnant woman to have constipation due to the

pressure put on the intestines by the uterus. The elderly also have higher cases of

constipation.

In short, it is having infrequent or difficult evacuation of feces. When food passes

through the digestive tract water and nutrients is absorbed into the body. What is left

over is solid bodily waste or feces. Muscle contractions then push the stool through the

intestines to the colon before exiting the body. Sluggish colon contractions make the

stool pass through too slowly, becoming dry, hard and difficult to pass. The resulting

abdominal pains and bloat arethe constipated feces.

Do You Have Constipation?

Ask yourself the following questions:

1. Do you regularly have less than three bowel movements a week?

2. Is passing stool difficult on a usual basis?

3. Are your stools often hard and lumpy?

4. Does your body feel blocked or like your bowels are not completely empty?

If you answer, “yes” to any of these questions then this guide is for you