Fiber will add bulk to your stools, stimulate proper bowel contractions, and promote healthy bacteria in the colon. A healthy colon will aid in the assimilation of nutrients. An insufficient amount of fluid intake. In this case, coffee, tea and sodas do not count and can actually exacerbate the problem. Drinking 8 eight ounce glasses of water is recommended for everyone, not just those with constipation.
Constipation is a sign of chronic dehydration.
One of the main functions of the large intestine is to take excess water out of the excrement so that it is not too loose. When the body does not consume enough water, the excrement becomes hardened, leading to constipation. Exposure to toxic substances, such as pesticides, insecticides and heavy metals, etc. Too much calcium in supplemental form can cause constipation. If you eat the normal American diet you get about 500 mg of calcium, so add only 500 mg in supplemental form if you are under 50 years old and 1,000 mg if you are over.