I read this article today on realage.com and I was amazed at the statistics about constipation!    It states that 30% of people in Western countries have chronic constipation.  Wow – that is a big number.

I have had pretty bad constipation in my life, when I used to suffer with Irritable Bowel Syndrome.  It is an awful thing to deal with, so the fact that so many people deal with it on a regular basis is crazy.

Most people probably take over the counter medicines to deal with constipation.  Or they might just put up with it.  If you’re one of these people, I would suggest you do more about it.

Consequences

By leaving your constipation alone, you are allowing toxins to sit in your digestive tract, possibly seeping back into your body.  Remember what bowel movements do – they get rid of waste from your body – so, by allowing that waste to just sit in your body, you are endangering yourself (and living very uncomfortably.)

What to do

You’ve got constipation for a reason.  Maybe it is your diet – too much sugar, not enough fiber, too many processed foods, can all cause constipation.  Maybe you’re not active – not getting out there and exercising (even regular walking) can slow down the digestive system.  Maybe you’re eating something that your body doesn’t agree with – consuming things you are intolerant to can cause constipation.  Maybe you’ve got a combination of all these and more!

Start by setting out a natural healthy eating plan.  Ask if you’re not sure what this entails.  Follow that plan for a few weeks and see how your constipation eases.  You shouldn’t have to be on over the counter medicine every day of your life!  There are changes you can and should make to get rid of the issue and live a healthier life.

To your health

Kimberly