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No. It mostly occurs due to less water content in the digestive system. The causes of constipation are: improper intake of fiber-rich foods inadequate intake of water and other fluids irregular habits of defecation excess intake of dairy products travelling, which causes disruption in the regular diet stress eating disorders less physical activity over-use of stool-softeners or laxatives. Preventive measures to avoid constipation drink lots of water. Eat fibre-rich diet, including grains, beans, fruits and vegetables. Do exercise regularly. Avoid caffeinated drinks. Avoid overeating. Avoid overuse of laxatives.
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Sex does not cause constipation 1. Eat high fibre diet like fruits, vegetables, beans, boiled/sprouted moong dal, whole grain rice, whole wheat pasta, whole meal breads, multi grain chapatti, oats. 2. Avoid foods which are high in fat. Choose lean meats like fish, chicken. 3. Eat on schedule 4. Drink plenty of water, 8-10 glasses daily, avoid alcohol/caffeine 5. Take regular physical exercise 6. Stick to a regular timing for going to toilet. 7. Take 2 tsf of softovac sf/naturolax powder with warm water at bed time or syrup duphalac 15 ml twice daily for few days 8. If you have chronic constipation, you may have to do colonoscopic examination after consulting gastroenterologist.
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