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Constipation in Adults

If you are usually sedentary, increasing your activity can help constipation.

Exercise encourages bowel activity, even when the exercise is as modest as walking around your home. You are currently exercising less than the amount that is recommended for adults. In addition to improving your constipation, increasing your daily exercise can provide other substantial health benefits.

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