5 Things To Do For A Constipation Free Summer

So you know, summer is here which is pretty evident with the sunshine which doesn’t even feels like sunshine anymore, it’s more like an oven in which you’re constantly roasted to the brim of your level.

Along with the sunlight and pool parties, summer also brings out a lot of digestion related problems that include, bloating, gas, stomach pain and the worst of all, constipation. There’s nothing more stressful, weird and painful than constipation. There are many reasons behind the situation like and the first of all is the stress one feels about not being able to get fresh properly in the morning. Afterall, everyone deserves to have a me time during your daily bathroom sessions in the morning.

While we think of food being the biggest contributor to the problem, there are a lot of other things that can push your body to this stressful process, including dehydration. Staying well-hydrated is said to solve 90 percent of your life problems and the same goes for this case too. Your body needs water and other fluids to keep your digestive tract working smoothly, despite all the heat it has to face on a day-to-day basis.

We have gathered a total five very effective and foolproof ways in which you can save your body from undergoing a stressful and chronic constipation. All in all, these pointers will offer you the best digestive health in the summer.

1. Light Breakfast

Yes, we know how it’s advised to have the largest meal of your day as breakfast considering you have an entire day to digest it. However, in summers do keep it in mind to have a light and healthy breakfast which not only kick starts your digestion process but also gets your metabolism going. On top of it all, never and we repeat never miss out on your breakfast, no matter what happens. It’s the most crucial meal of your day and you don’t want to keep longing for it.

2. Timely Meals

One of the biggest food problems that come with summer and a busy schedule is the time at which you consume your food, daily. It’s advised that people should at any cost have atleast three meals a day that is high in proteins and nutrients. While the heaviest meal of the day should be consumed somewhere around 12 to 2 pm in the day, dinner should always be consumed atleast 2 hours before hitting the bed.

3. Herbs and Spices

Herbs and spices not only give your food a distinct kick in the flavour department and makes it taste delicious but also give immense health benefits including, improved digestion. Herbs and spices like turmeric, ginger, black pepper, coriander, cumin, fennel, peppermint can help resolve a number of digestive issues, which is why it’s important to add herbs and spices to your food.

4. Warm Water

Drinking a big glass of water is the first thing in the morning that one should always do, and along with that habit, do remember to have a glass of warm water before every meal that you have. This helps in cleansing your digestive system and even stimulates the secretion of gastric juice in the stomach.

5. Sleep

Sleeping well is the answer to all of your problems. Get enough sleep in the night, but do keep it a point to not go to bed immediately after your meal. Wait for atleast two hours before hitting the bed and you’ll have a calm and soothing night time.

With these 5 well effective ways, you will definitely have constipation free summer.

Jyotsna Amla