Immediate constipation relief adults

Constipation can be painful and frustrating, but there are options for treatment that can help.

This includes consuming fiber and other substances that help soften stool, or speeding up the movement of your intestine (known as peristalsis).

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Constipation occurs when the muscular contractions of your intestine slow down, causing too much water to be absorbed from your stool. It can also occur when you are dehydrated or eat fatty or fried foods that promote constipation.

This article looks at eight remedies you can use to relieve constipation at home.

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Eat More Fruit

Certain types of fruits contain a lot of soluble fiber. This is the type of fiber that absorbs water from the intestine, making stools moist and easier to pass.

Fruits also contain a lot of water that helps make stools softer.

The best fruits for constipation include:

• Apples (with skin)
• Apricot
• Grapefruit
• Kiwis
• Oranges
• Papaya
• Peaches
• Pears
• Pineapple
  
• Plums
  
• Prunes
• Raisins

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