Constipation, how to avoid

Uncomfortable and sometimes inconvenient, constipation is bothersome at best and a symptom of another health problem at worst. The experts at the Mayo Clinic in Minnesota suggest the following lifestyle changes to ease most constipation concerns.*

1. Eat more fiber - 20 to 35 grams a day. Eat more beans, fruits, vegetables and whole grains.
2. Drink more water - the 8 glasses a day regimen which will soften your stool and help digest the extra fiber.
3. Do more exercise - something moderately intense for 30 minutes a day.

If the above doesn't help and over the counter treatments don't help, see your doctor.

*Source: Family Circle 4/10