Papaya to prunes; foods to relieve constipation

Troubled by constipation? Eating a high-fibre diet and maintaining healthy levels of hydration could ease your bowel movements.

Updated on May 27, 2022 04:49 pm IST 5 Photos
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Constipation during summer season is quite common, mainly because we tend to get dehydrated faster during the hot weather. Our faulty eating habits too can mess with our bowel movements. Here are foods suggested by Nutritionist Nmami Agarwal that will help you keep constipation at bay.(Pixabay)

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Papaya: Papaya acts as a natural laxative if you have it empty stomach in the morning.(Pixabay)

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Prunes: High in fibre and sorbitol, a gut healthy compound, eating prunes can help you relieve constipation.(Pixabay)

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Water: If you do not have enough water in your diet, it might make your stool hard which can further lead to constipation. Make sure to drink enough water, a minimum of 3 litres every single day.(Pexels)

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Warm milk and ghee: Warm mlik and ghee for bedtime can help with constipation. It improves quality of sleep and relieves constipation and works mostly well for vata constituents. Just in case milk doesn't suit you, one can have ghee with warm water as well.(Pixabay)

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