9.Curb Your Stress
This is a lesser known cause of constipation. Stress can slow down how quickly food moves through your bowel. Try meditation, deep breathing, or relaxation with mental imagery for proven ways to chill out.
10.Laxatives: Good or Bad?
They can get backed-up bowels moving again quickly. So you may reach for laxatives for your chronic constipation. But using them too often could train your body to depend on them for bowel movements. Plus, some laxatives interfere with some medications. Ask your doctor if laxatives are a good option for you.
