Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Increase your fluid intake. Drink a natural laxative tea. Reach for prunes or prune juice. Add in a fiber supplement. Avoid foods that promote constipation.

Answer: One very essential way to prevent and treat constipation naturally is by drinking an adequate amount of fluids. The second you're able to drink in the hospital, start sipping on hydrating fluids. In general, people need about eight 8-oz glasses (2 liters) of clear, hydrating fluids each day; however, you may want to aim for more than that to help get your bowels restarted after your surgery. Try fluids like: water, sparkling water, flavored water, decaf coffee and decaf tea. Avoid caffeinated beverages since these can deplete your body of fluids. Also stay away from sodas, fruit juice cocktails, fruit drinks, alcohol and energy drinks. In addition to plain water, there are some teas that are designed to help give you the gentle urge to go. Try including these teas as part of your fluids after surgery. Look at your local pharmacy or a health food store for natural laxative teas. These are not stimulants and just combine herbs and dried tea to help relieve constipation. Since there are a variety of herbs and teas that can help move your bowels, look at the front description. It should say "gentle laxative" or "bowel regulation." This is the type you're looking for. Try to drink these teas plain without adding sugar; however, just a touch of added sweetness from honey won't hurt. Drink a glass or two of these teas daily, but don't overdo it. Many times, it takes a few hours for these herbal remedies to work. An old school natural remedy for constipation that works well is adding prunes or prune juice to your diet. This is a great first remedy to try when you're feeling constipated. Both prunes and 100% prune juice are great natural laxatives. Prunes have a naturally occurring sugar known as sorbitol which acts like a gentle laxative. Start by drinking about 4 8 oz of prune juice once a day. Make sure that you buy 100% prune juice. In addition, if the prune juice is warm, it can help alleviate your constipation a bit quicker. If you want to eat prunes for your constipation relief, buy prunes with no added sugar if you can. Measure out a 1/2 cup of prunes to start with. Another natural method to relieving constipation is by adding in a fiber supplement. When combined with an increase in clear fluids, this is a great way to soften your stools and make it easier to go. There are a few different ways that you can add fiber to your diet. The most common are fiber capsules, fiber gummies and fiber powder. All are acceptable as a supplement. Take fiber supplements one to two times a day; however, always read the package instructions. In addition, more is not always better. Too much fiber can cause a lot of cramping, bloating and stomach upset. Always check with your physician about taking additional pills or gummy supplements. They may not be appropriate for you after your surgery. There are a variety of natural ways to get your bowels going and making your stools soft; however, there are foods that you should avoid or limit immediately after your surgery. Some nutrients in food, like potassium and calcium, can promote constipation or make it worse. If you're eating foods that have high levels of these nutrients or eating them in large quantities, you could worsen constipation. Foods that can worsen constipation include: dairy products (like cheese, milk or yogurt), bananas, white bread, white rice or processed foods.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Find your natural waist.

Answer: Your natural waist is the smallest part of your waist, usually just above your belly button and under your rib cage. Make sure the tape measure is flat around your body, and then take the measurement in front. If you normally wear pants lower, take a measurement there, too, just in case.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Book your reservation. Estimate your mileage. Cancel your reservation.

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Zipcar reservations can be made either online at Zipcar.com or by using the iPhone or Android app. You can also call Zipcar directly and make a reservation through a booking agent. Reservations made by phone will be charged an additional $3.50 agent fee. The Zipcar number is 1-866-4ZIPCAR. Zipcars can be reserved for as little as 30 minutes or as long as seven days. Zipcars can only be booked for one-way trips in Boston, LA and Denver. You cannot book a one-way trip internationally. When booking a Zipcar, you are guaranteed 180 miles per trip. If you drive more than 180 miles in a 24 hour period, you will be charged an additional $0.45 for each mile. If you're using a premium vehicle, you will be charged $0.55 per extra mile. You can estimate your mileage for a reservation by going to your confirmation page and clicking the "details" link. If you live in Austin or San Diego, you can pay your mileage as you go. If you plan to use your Zipcar to drive into a different country, call Zipcar first to make sure that country is covered by Zipcar's insurance policy. If you no longer need a Zipcar, you can cancel or shorten your reservation, provided you do so up to 3 hours before your reservation is due to start. For reservations that are longer than 8 hours, you must cancel at least 24 hours in advance. If you don't cancel or shorten your reservation, you will be charged the full amount.