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1 You Asked: I "Go" To the Bathroom Every Few Days — Is This Normal?
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2 You Asked: Is It Safe to Take Psyllium Husk Every Day?
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3 Why Does Coffee Make You Have to "Go"?
Food
4 5 Foods That May Prevent Regularity
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5 Don't Let Traveling Get You in a Bind
Diet
6 Flatten Your Belly With Fiber
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7 What's the Difference Between Regularity Remedies?
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8 Full of it?
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9 Fiber Quiz: 3 Prunes or a Banana?
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10 When Traveling, Which is WORSE?
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11 Keep It Moving While on the Move
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12 Are You "Regular"?
Constipation
13 Another Reason to Exercise: Relieve IBS Symptoms
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14 Home Remedies: Digestive Issues
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15 Travel Without the Tummy Troubles
Sipping on a hot cup of coffee in the morning is one of my simple pleasures. Not only does it offer some "me time," but I love the rich flavor, and the fact that it gives me an extra pep in my step. Millions of people drink coffee for the exact same reasons, but what they may not know is that drinking joe helps relieve muscle pain as well as improves memory and that it may help prevent skin Read more
Let's get to the bottom of the situation. Constipation is no fun for babies or parents alike. Watching your lil one struggle to have a bowel movement can be heart-wrenching as you sit there and wait for it to pass. Unfortunately, when tots move from breastmilk to formula or when they start solid foods, constipation is common. Before running to the pharmacist, consider these natural remedies to Read more
The stress of traveling and being away from home can really mess with your bathroom schedule. Changing times zones, eating foods you're not used to, and skipping out on exercise doesn't help either. To prevent tummy issues, here are some tips on how to stay regular when traveling. Drink water whenever you can as your choice of beverage. Not only will it keep you hydrated, but it'll also keep Read more
If you have an issue with regularity, then you can do all the cardio and crunches in the world, and you'll still have a little belly pouch. That's because constipation can cause bloating, which will make your belly appear slightly swollen. It's normal to have issues with going to the bathroom every so often, but if you suffer from constipation daily, it can make your middle wider than it needs to Read more
Nobody's likes being irregular. Even if you get your daily quota of 25 to 30 grams of fiber, stress, traveling, and lack of exercise can cause constipation. If you have issues with regularity, there are many over-the-counter products that can help, but it's tough to know which one will work, which ones are safe to take regularly, and which ones won't cause annoying side effects. If you're Read more
Dear Fit, I only go to the bathroom every two or three days (I'm not talking about peeing), and it's been like this for a couple years. A good friend of mine says that I should be going every day. Is that true? Is not going once a day normal, or is my bathroom schedule harming my body? — Possible Potty Problem Pam This is a great question since many women wonder about their regularity. To hear Read more
Dear Fit, I discovered psylium husk powder at the health food store a while back when I was having troubles with constipation. Mixing it into my juice every morning has certainly done the trick, but I wonder if my body is getting addicted to it or something. Is psyllium husk safe to use every day? — Regular Rita Well Rita, I am happy that you found a workable solution to your problems, but let Read more
Wouldn't it be great if our bodies really were like clockwork and our digestive systems stayed regular no matter what? Unfortunately, that's not how it works because stress, traveling, and diet changes can cause constipation. Eating enough fiber (25 to 30 grams a day), drinking plenty of water, and exercising can help keep you regular, but eating certain foods and drugs can get in the way. Read more
Hooray for the holidays! Traveling for the holidays — not so much. Get ready for traffic, waiting in lines, flight delays, and possibly constipation. For some people, switching time zones or being away from home always upsets their digestive system. Here are some ways to keep things moving while you're on the move and ways to keep your tummy at ease. Pack your own snacks, and include high Read more
If the four days of feasting over Thanksgiving weekend have taken a toll on your tummy, you might be interested in trying some home remedies. Prevention has created a list of tummy tamers and here are the highlights. Ease nausea: Give frozen ginger chips a try. Make your own by infusing slices of fresh ginger in hot water. Strain the ginger and place them in an ice cube tray. When you're feeling Read more
