Indian-Style Support for Constipation
Constipation isn’t just “not going enough” — it often comes from low fibre, poor hydration, slow gut motility and processed food habits.
The good news: simple shifts in everyday Indian eating can make a big difference.
What’s going wrong
- Too little dietary fibre (many people eat far less than they should).
- Dehydration (stools become hard and difficult to pass).
- Heavy reliance on low-fibre processed grains or excessive dairy and low plant-food volume.
Key food-based strategies
- Choose pulses, legumes and whole-grains (brown rice, millets, barley, amaranth) over refined ones. They deliver more fibre and roughage.
- Add water-rich fruits and vegetables (watermelon, cucumber, mango, squash) to support hydration from within.
- Regularly include fruits like figs (which have mild laxative enzyme ficin), prunes/raisins and oranges (fibre + flavonoids) to boost stool softness and gut friendly activity.
- Consider soluble fibre add-ons like psyllium husk (under guidance) to soften stool and promote movement.
- Good digestion and regular bowel movement are not “magic fixes”. They’re the natural result of consistent eating habits that include real plant foods, plenty of fiber, proper hydration and minimal reliance on processed/refined options.
These tweaks help your gut function smoothly and reduce the struggle with constipation.
