How to Instantly Relieve Constipation

Constipation can be extremely uncomfortable. When you're unlucky enough to endure an episode, especially a long one, you're often left bloated and sometimes suffering from abdominal cramps and distention. You may even start to feel nauseous or lose your appetite, or even begin to taste a foul flavor toward the back of your mouth. If you're like most people, you want instant relief.

Things You'll Need

• Laxative
• Dietary fiber supplement
• Water
• Fruit
• Vegetables

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Instructions

• 1

  Take a laxative. If you want fairly quick relief from constipation, one of the easiest methods of inducing a bowel movement is to take a laxative. Depending on your system, the laxative should produce a bowel anywhere from three to six hours later. Make sure to follow the dosage suggestion on the packaging, as too much may prompt loose stools.

• 2

  Try a stool softener. Stool softeners are similar to laxatives just without the stimulation. You should produce a bowel movement in about six hours. Make sure to follow the appropriate dosage.

• 3

  Use a dietary fiber supplement. Many times, a person's constipation is a result of too little roughage or fiber in his diet. There are a number of safe and effective dietary fiber supplements available in stores. You should produce a bowel movement between six and twelve hours after use. Much like laxatives and stool softeners, you should always follow the instructions on the packaging to get positive results.

• 4

  Increase your fluids. When taking a laxative, stool softener or dietary fiber supplement, you should make sure to increase your fluid intake. This will aid in and speed up the process.

• 5

  Consult with a physician. If you're experiencing chronic constipation, which would be categorized as fairly long bouts, you should talk to a doctor. Constipation may be a symptom of another condition.