How To Make Yourself Poop Immediately - How To Get Rid Of Constipation Fast At Home

Constipation is the medical term used to describe the inability of the stomach to release unwanted matter that is no longer needed by the body from its bowel. It's a very predominant problem which is common among both males and females.

Globally it is estimated that there are about 16% of the world's population suffering from constipation and up to 33.5% of that population is between the ages of 60 to 90 years as of 2018. The implication from these statistics is that a lot more people with constipation are below 60 years and may consist of mostly the younger population.

Constipation may occur due to several reasons or the choices that people make in their daily lives, including lifestyle choices and the type of food they decide to consume, for some people the source of their constipation is unknown to themselves or their doctors. 

Let's look at some of the symptoms of constipation;

• Having hard or lumpy stools
• Less than three stools per week
• Straining to have movement in your bowel
• Feeling not all stools have been emptied
• Feeling pain or difficulty when releasing stool

Constipation can have a serious effect on your quality of life and can cause a substantial amount of stress and uneasiness in one's self.

There are several natural and medical ways to relieve yourself from constipation and its effects, let's look at some of them;

1. Reduce the intake of foods that contain less fiber

I tell people that one of the very first ways to relieve yourself from constipation is by first checking your diet, you have to first stop and ask yourself what kind of food have you been consuming lately, if you think about it the only way you can get constipation is from foreign items that entered your stomach. Foods with less fiber and foods that don't digest quickly or digest at a slow pace.

Some of such foods include;

• Bread
• Banana
• Chips
• Chewing gum
• Alcohol
• White rice

2. Eat more fruits and vegetables with high fiber content

There is a saying that "you are what you eat" and it applies here as well, just as it is important to reduce the intake of low fiber foods it is also very vital to nourish yourself with fruits and vegetables that contain enough fiber to aid your stomach in its digestive process.

Some of such fruits and vegetables are;

• Orange
• Beans
• Mango
• Cabbage
• Avocado 
• Brown Rice
• Tiger nuts
• Dairy
• Ginger mix

There two (2) different types of fiber that can help the body to reduce constipation, soluble fiber, and insoluble fiber. Insoluble fibers can largely be found in vegetables and whole grains while soluble fibers on the other hand are predominant in beans, nuts, lentils, peas, and other vegetables and fruits.

3. Exercise more frequently

There is a school of thought that suggests that regular exercise helps improve one's quality of life, this supports our mission of finding a solution to constipation because it helps improve one of the effects of constipation.

Exercises such as jogging and skipping rope, planks, elbow to knee, running are few great examples that can help in stimulating the bowel to ease the passing of stools. It may not be a scientifically proven way of relieving constipation but one can try as it has helped other people as well.

It is important to note that exercise may not be ideal for everybody especially those with underlying conditions that may make it difficult for them to exercise, I will suggest soft exercises for such people, exercises like walking may help.

4. Drink more water

Sometimes your bowel may have difficulties in releasing stools due to it's current dry nature, dehydration has been proven to be one of the causes of constipation in current times.

Drinking more water can be very beneficial to your health, it keeps your body rehydrated and also keeps your bloodstream flowing smoothly. Waters with sparkle are said to be more effective in this situation than ordinary ones.

This does not include soda drinks or any beverage with or without sugar content. Hydrate more to keep the systems going and with time it may help relieve any hard or lumpy stools in your bowel.

5.  Eat foods that have probiotic ingredients

Chronic constipation can also be attributed to low levels of probiotic bacteria in your guts, these are enzymes that help to stimulate the release of stools from the bowel.

The intake of probiotic foods can help correct the imbalance of bacteria within the bowel or gut, consuming more of it will relieve your body of constipation and correct any anomalies that may be going on in your digestive system.

Foods that contain probiotics include;

• Yogurts
• Kimchi
• Miso
• Tempeh
• Kombucha

6. Drink more caffeinated coffee

Most people are not aware but coffee can also be a natural remedy to relieve constipation. Believe it or not coffee contains some soluble fiber contents that can help correct the bacteria imbalance within the gut.

Studies have shown that caffeinated coffee is 60% more effective than drinking water and can stimulate the muscles in the digestive system.

Caffeinated coffee can be strong for people with underlying conditions and are advised to take it in moderation or take decaffeinated coffee.

Anything else?

If you try any of these remedies outlined above and have still not experienced any improvements or are still suffering from constipation, please try and contact your doctor if you have one or visit the nearest hospital for consultation.

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