Travelling is a perfect idea, but then there is always an annoying factor to it- constipation that the vast majority has to contend with. You can feel stuffed, nauseous and simply stuck since your usual bathroom habits are interfered with on the road. You are not the only one. Many people experience it, and it is mostly occasioned by changes in diet, habits and even by way of stress. Luckily, there is a mouth-watering remedy in nature.
Dr Joseph Salhab, known as stomachdoc on Instagram, reports that he has a tendency to get constipated during the course of his travel, and he has created a witty travel poop pack to help him deal with this irritating condition. Some of the fruits are also good advocates among the natural remedies to loosen up.
Why Does Travel Cause Constipation?
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When travelling, the routine of your body is disrupted. You are consuming strange food products, you are drinking less water or sitting for a long time. All these things delay the digestion process. It is also harder to relax and empty oneself due to stress and because of strange toilets.
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Dr Salhab's travel poop pack consists of a trio of fruits that work like gentle laxatives due to their fibre and natural ingredients:
- Kiwis: They are small fruits and are also rich in fibre, and contain a certain enzyme known as actinidin that quickens the process of digestion and loosens faeces. Studies show that kiwis add frequency and convenience to the act of pooping.
- Apples: A medium apple with skin is rich enough in fiber which is mostly pectin. Pectin facilitates drawing water into your bowel to soften up your stool, making it easier to poop. Apples are known to raise the healthy bowel disturbance-causing bowel bacteria.
- Dragonfruit: The tropical fruits contain fiber and water to help bulk the stools to avoid constipation. It is also sweet, thus making another delicious option to deal with constipation.
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Besides this list of fruits, Dr. Salhab advises taking other things that facilitate digestion and combat constipation on the road:
- Psyllium fibre: These are capsules or packets that soften stool and bulk.
- Chia seeds + electrolyte packets: This is an addition of fibre and hydration to your system in keeping your system in balance.
- Magnesium citrate: An overnight milder of the bowel.
- Natural stimulants: coffee, green tea, or senna tea; all of these are good to get your colon moving.
- Travel foot stool: It helps you adopt the squatting position that reduces the straining when sitting on unfamiliar toilets.
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- Also, eat fruits with skin where possible because that is where most of the fibre is found.
- Take lots of water and fruits that contain lots of fibre in order to have soft stool.
- Include these fruits in your snacks or meals so that it is regular.
- Do not delay, experiment by allowing your body a comfortable time to urinate.
Why Fibre and Hydration Are Important
Fibre adds bulk to the stool and helps it pass through by digestive system. Fibre attracts water, hence the stools are soft and easier to pass. Lack of sufficient amounts of fibre and water may result in hard and dry stool that causes pain and constipation.
When to Visit a Doctor
When the condition of constipation lasts more than two days, or when suffering is serious, or any bleeding and vomiting occur, obtain medical assistance. Most of the travellers can be assisted through natural means; however, medical evaluation is required in case of prolonged or serious symptoms.
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Conclusion
Travellers often experience constipation that can be prevented. Eating fruits is a good natural way of maintaining a good digestive system, e.g. Kiwi fruits, apples, and dragonfruit, just to mention a few, are delicious ways of maintaining regularity. Using other good travel tips proposed by Dr Salhab, you will not only address the problem of constipation but will have a good time regardless of the time spent during the trip. It is about eating smart, drinking up, and then travelling smart, and the body is fair by giving back to you.