Having something go wrong with yourdigestionis enough to completely derail whatever plans you had for the day.

To understandrelieving constipation, we need to first understand what keeps us from having regular bowel movements.

Read on, and for more, don’t miss8 Drinks To Help You Poop Immediately.

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A simple way to do this?

Have probiotics on hand.

“Probiotics are beneficial bacteria that are commonly found in the gut,” says Sabat.

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“They can be taken as a supplement to help improve digestion and promote bowel movements.

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Fiber supplements

Dietaryfiberhelps soften your stool and helps you poop.

Ground flaxseed

Another way to get extra fiber is to supplement with groundflaxseed.

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