Constipation is a situation when bowel movement occurs fewer than three times per week. With constipation stools are usually hard, dry, small in size, and difficult to eliminate.

Causes Symptoms Remedies
Changes in Life or Routine
Causes

The aggravation of vata causes constipation. Another reasons are- Improper eating habits including eating a lot of food, eating food which is difficult to digest (such as meat) and not eating enough vegetables and salads.

Irregular sleeping habits or emotional disturbances, smoking, consuming too much tea and coffee, or intake of prescription or illicit drugs can also cause constipation.
Symptoms
Following are the signs and symptoms that indicate the presence of this ailment:

* No bowel movements at least once a day
* Pain in the abdomen
* Heaviness in the stomach
* Wind formation
* Mucus coated tongue
* Headache
* Loss of appetite
* Pain in the lower legs
* Hypertension, fever
* Nausea
* Vertigo

Remedies

* Drinking a glass of warm milk before going to bed
* Drink one liter of warm water and walk around for a few minutes immediately after waking up early in the morning.
* Drinking lemon juice mixed with warm water two to three times a day eases constipation.
* A common Ayurvedic medicine for constipation is Triphala Churna.

Changes in Life or Routine

During pregnancy, women may be constipated because of hormonal changes or because the uterus compresses the intestine. Aging may also affect bowel regularity, because a slower metabolism results in less intestinal activity and muscle tone. In addition, people often become constipated when traveling, because Changes in life or routine normal diet and daily changes in life or routine are disrupted.

Gas and Bloating
There are various environmental elements and habits that can cause gas and bloating. Gas is a very common problem in almost every home. Just by following some simple tips you can get rid of these problem. Here are some causes and treatments:

Swallowed Air Gas and Flatulence After High-Fat Meals Eating Foods that Produce Gas
Treatment Strategies Herbal Remedies

Swallowed Air
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Few people habitually swallow air and this practice referred to as aerophagia. They are usually unaware that they do this, and the cause is often anxiety-related.

Gas and Flatulence After High-Fat Meals
Carbon dioxide is produced in the small intestine when bicarbonate is released to neutralize stomach acid and fat during meals. Eating high-fat meal can generate a large amount of carbon dioxide.

Eating Foods that Produce Gas
Certain types of food are inherently gas-producing. The section includes beans, cabbage, onions, brussels sprouts, cauliflower, broccoli, fluffy wheat products such as bread, apples, peaches, pears, prunes, corn, oats, potatoes, milk, ice cream, and soft cheese.

Treatment Strategies

* Self-awareness of aerophagia. Conscious breathing.
* Relaxation techniques to reduce anxiety.
* Avoid lying down after eating. Gas from the stomach passes into the intestines more easily in this position.
* Chew food carefully. Carbohydrate digestion begins in the mouth..
* Consult your doctor

Herbal Remedies

* Peppermint Pour 1 cup boiling water over 1 tablespoon chopped dried leaves. Steep for 5 to 10 minutes; strain, then drink warm three to four times a day. Tinctures and oil of peppermint may vary in their concentration.
* Fennel Fennel tea bags may be of little value unless the seeds have been crushed. Make fresh tea and drink before or after meals. Alternatively, chew 1/4 teaspoon seeds.
* Dill Chew 1/2 teaspoon dill seeds.
* Anise Mix a few drops of aniseed oil into 1 cup warm water. Drink solution before or after meals.
* Caraway seeds The volatile oil components of caraway seeds work as a carminative by promoting gastric secretions and stimulating appetite.