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Medical expert Khodairy shares three tips to relieve constipation

Medical researcher Dr. Fahad Al-Khodairy offers three key tips to treat constipation caused by sluggish bowels, focusing on stimulating digestive movement.

Medical expert Khodairy shares three tips to relieve constipation

Dr. Fahad Al-Khodairy, a medical researcher, has provided three key suggestions to alleviate constipation caused by slow-moving bowels. The emphasis is on invigorating the digestive process. In a post on his X platform account, Dr. Al-Khodairy detailed the following recommendations:

Firstly, adopting a healthy lifestyle is crucial. This includes incorporating a fiber-rich diet consisting of leafy greens, cucumbers, salads, and vegetables. Additionally, regular walking and exercise are recommended.

Thirdly, consuming natural laxative foods or using supporting medications, when required, can also be beneficial. Dr. Al-Khodairy pointed out that a physician may prescribe certain medications after non-pharmaceutical methods like dietary supplements and fiber have been tried. These pharmaceutical options aim to stimulate bowel movements and osmotic laxatives.

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