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What Is The Treatment For Constipation?

Hi...I have been taking kayam churna regularly for constipation and now I'm 1.5 months pregnant...don't know if it is safe to take kayam churna during pregnancy...I tried other things also... Like isabgul and also laxative smulax...but they r not very effective...please suggest.....
Tue, 27 May 2014
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During pregnancy, especially during the early days it is better to restrict use of medication as much as possible. Instead add more fiber to your diet through increased intake of fresh fruits, fresh vegetables, greens, oats, dates and so on. Increase the intake of liquids also. Use of laxatives at this stage can irritate the uterus and hence is not suggested. Some amount of physical movement if conditions permit, also is good. Hope you find this information helpful. Wish you good health.
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What Is The Treatment For Constipation?

Hi, During pregnancy, especially during the early days it is better to restrict use of medication as much as possible. Instead add more fiber to your diet through increased intake of fresh fruits, fresh vegetables, greens, oats, dates and so on. Increase the intake of liquids also. Use of laxatives at this stage can irritate the uterus and hence is not suggested. Some amount of physical movement if conditions permit, also is good. Hope you find this information helpful. Wish you good health.