Social distancing got you wondering, “Why am I constipated?”
It’s not as uncommon as you might think.
Registered dietitian Tanya Zuckerbrot is here to help.
Think Youve Got Food Poisoning?
But now you might be experiencing another common issue: not being able to go.
Here, she outlines the reasons, while giving solutions for each on how to get things moving.
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Why am I constipated?
Studies have shownthat insufficient physical activity and sedentary behaviors are associated with increased reports of constipation, she says.
If were moving less, unfortunately, it means we may move our bowels less, too.
When social distancing first became a reality, we all panicked and ran to the grocery store.
What are the foods that flew off the shelves first?
Non-perishable items like white bread, rice, and packaged snack foods, she says.
Swap out your white bread for high-fiber wheat or a high-fiber cracker.
Or add in non-starchy vegetables that you could find frozen so theyll last, she says.
The dietitian-approved solution:Zuckerbrot recommends aiming to drink between two to three liters of water a day.
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Mental health and digestion are intricately linked, which means your worries could be affecting your gut health.
Anxiety and depression can manifest in the gut, causing smooth muscle dysfunction and leading to decreased gut motility.
Getting enough sleep, eating regular balanced meals, and exercising are all building blocks to reduce anxiety.
BTW,this is how often you should be pooping.
And thesebidets make toilet paper a thing of the past.
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