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Constipation

Standard definition of constipation refers to bowel movements that are infrequent or hard to pass. Severe constipation includes obstipation (failure to pass stools or gas) and fecal impaction, which can progress to bowel obstruction and become life-threatening. Identifying Constipation Few bowel movements Trouble having a bowel movement (straining) Hard or small stools A sense that everything didn’t come out Swollen abdomen or abdominal pain Vomiting Feeling heavy Lack of energy Causes of Constipation Low fiber diet Low fluid intake Lack of exercise Pregnancy Slimming Haemorrhoids Anxiety Weak bowel muscles Irritable bowel syndrome Certain medications Excessive intake of calcium or iron hypothyroidism,  obstruction by colorectal cancer Stress/Tension Improper sleep Treating Constipation Long term treatment is needed for people who feel constantly constipated. Following things needs to be incorporated as part of lifestyle to get rid of this P

Importance of SLEEP

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Sleep plays a very important part in our lives and of course in our bodies. I am one of those who cannot work next day if I don't get proper sleep the previous night. I can feel how my body reacts to that insufficient sleep. In fact, every human being has been privileged by the Almighty with same qualities, its just that you need to realise its importance, take action and benefit. One of the best statement I have read in this regard is this  If you listen to your body when it whispers you wont have to hear it  scream First of all lets understand what happens to our body when we sleep.   http://www.staywow.com/What-Happens-When-We-Sleep Secondly , not being able to sleep properly affects our body in following ways   http://www.staywow.com/9-Strong-Reasons-You-Should-Sleep-Like-a-Baby In a nutshell Sleep affects all major system of our body which are Immune system, Central Nervous system, Digestive System, Respiratory System, Cardio vascular system. So, go take th