Other Natural Remedies
- Barberry
- Bladderwrack
- Basil
- Buckthorn
- Cayenne
- Dandelion
- Fenugreek
- Goldenseal
- He shou wu
- Honey
- Milk thistle
- Red raspberry
- Slippery elm
- Triphala
Other Tips
- Engage in regular physical activity. Not getting enough physical activity can lead to constipation.
- Don't put off the urge. The longer you delay when the urge to have a bowel movement strikes, the more water gets absorbed from stool and the harder it becomes to have a bowel movement.
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