a person suffering from constipation

If a person suffering from constipation has symptoms like bleeding rectum. Nausea, cramps, vomiting, abdominal pain, involuntary weight loss etc. it should be taken care of with the help of a doctor to avoid the condition worsening and leading to cancer of the colon, or the cervix.

A few simple home remedies to treat constipation can be practiced. The first and the most important home remedy is a proper food intake. A diet rich in protein and fiber and less carbohydrates and fats is the best to stay healthy always. Regular exercise and work outs, enough water instead of aerated beverages, leafy vegetables and plenty of fruits are the natural ways of staying healthy and not having to get constipated.

When simple home remedies do not help in constipation relief the doctor has to be consulted. If you feel severe pain in the abdomen or bloating, too much of straining to pass stools, dry and hard stools, poor bowel movements, a sluggish feeling and flatulence it is better to consult a doctor.