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8 Effective Remedies For Constipation Suggested By Ayurveda

Loknath Das, , , , , , ,

Constipation is one of the most common health problems these days. As per Ayurveda, this condition occurs when vata’s cold and dry qualities disturb the colon, inhibiting its proper functioning. A day without complete bowel movement can be very unsettling and sometimes painful. Our modern lifestyle is such that it has given a rise to this problem. Some of the most common causes are junk food consumption, alcohol drinking, smoking and over-eating. Most people affected by this problem feel bloated and uneasy with the inability to pass stool easily. Ayurveda…

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Chronic constipation linked with kidney disease

Srijita, , , , ,

  US researchers have found an association with severe and chronic constipation and kidney disease. Constipation is a common condition, and it can have a variety of impacts on health including raising an individuals’ risk of cardiovascular disease, potentially through effects caused by gut bacteria. “Our findings highlight the plausible link between the gut and the kidneys and provide additional insights into the pathogenesis of kidney disease progression,” said Csaba Kovesdy from University of Tennessee, US. The study showed that individuals with constipation had a 13 per cent higher likelihood…

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Yoga for Constipation: 5 Asanas That Can Help You

Srijita, , , , , , , ,

Yet another day marked by stomach pain and difficulty in passing motion? Well, you might not be the only one facing the discomfort which accompanies constipation. In medical terminology, constipation refers to a disorder that is characterised by difficult or incomplete defecation for more than three times a week, and more than three months at a stretch. The symptoms vary from person to person depending on their age, food habits, bowel movement and the like. The bowel problem might be a hush hush topic in public, but the statistics are…

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