A generous intake of vegetables and fruits as well as other foods high in fiber will go a long way to prevent or remedying constipation. You may want to try psyllium . Drink lots of water. A good rule of thumb is one ounce of water for every two pounds of weight. More if the weather is hot.
Exercise also helps a great deal.
Try to work in a 20 - 30 minute walk every day. Constipation may lead to hemorrhoids. Each capsule contains 2.5 billion bacteria in a freeze-dried powder. The capsules are enterically coated so coated so the contents will be released in the intestines rather than the stomach. Acidophilus helps to populate the intestinal tract with desirable bacteria, which in turn, helps bowel function.