Lin Jingyun (Taiwan’s first female surgeon and plastic surgery authority) has regular bowel movements every day, her stomach is relaxed, and her body is naturally unburdened! Elderly people are prone to constipation. According to statistics, among the elderly, one-quarter of men and one-third of women have this problem. For elderly people who are sick and hospitalized, the proportion of constipation is as high as three-quarters. Normal people defecate once or twice a day or once every two days. From a statistical perspective, constipation is defined as having bowel movements less than three times a week. Constipation is not a normal phenomenon of aging, but the elderly are more likely to be constipated due to reduced food intake, reduced drinking water, poor dental or chewing function, reduced dietary fiber, and prolonged transit time in the large intestine. If coupled with multiple diseases or multiple medications, constipation is more likely. Constipation not only affects the quality of life, but is also a common cause of physical discomfort. Especially for long-term constipation, feces are affected by bacteria and produce methane and hydrogen. The volume of stinky farts may be as high as five liters (five thousand c.c.). This will not only cause intestinal distension and increase intra-abdominal pressure, but also block the return of the inferior vena cava, leading to endocrine Disorders and metabolic disorders, no wonder the Taiwanese proverb says "a bloated belly is short-lived"! Many elderly people are accustomed to taking laxatives or self-exercise regularly, but using these methods to combat constipation may become a dependence, and the drugs may not be effective after being used for a long time. Here are a few simple methods to help you say goodbye to constipation easily. However, if you have special conditions, you must consult your doctor first. Ways to get rid of constipation Exercise: For example, walking 10,000 steps a day can promote bowel movement. Sleeping on your stomach: Sleeping on your stomach causes the small intestine to move under pressure. It is recommended to sleep on your stomach for ten minutes a day. Fast for at least eight hours every night: The so-called "gastrointestinal reflex" means that food enters the stomach and promotes peristalsis of the large intestine. If you eat snacks frequently, the "gastrointestinal reflex" will weaken. It is recommended to fast for at least eight hours every night and go to the toilet at a fixed time when you get up in the morning or after breakfast. Drink more water: Water can prevent stool from drying out and clogging the intestines. The goal is to produce at least one cc.c. of urine per kilogram of body weight per hour. Taiwan is rich in vegetables and fruits. Bananas, papayas, sweet potatoes, mangoes, etc. are all rich in fiber and suitable for older people. In short, it is necessary to develop good bowel habits.

If you can defecate regularly every day, your stomach will be relaxed and your body will naturally be free of burden! This article is excerpted from "The Happiness of Agelessness—Live Healthy and Enthusiastically Without Appearing Old"/Lin Jingyun (Taiwan's first female surgeon. Plastic surgery authority)/Aquarius Culture