Thoroughly eliminate accumulated waste: Three methods to help you easily lose three kilograms.

Thoroughly remove accumulated waste.

Lose 3 kg immediately!

I always feel like I can't completely empty my bowels, and there's always a feeling of undigested stool accumulating in my lower abdomen. Over time, my belly is getting bigger and bigger, and I'm starting to feel bloated. What should I do?

Girls are more prone to constipation than boys because girls generally don't exercise enough, eat less, have thinner abdominal muscles, and are influenced by factors such as female hormones, which slow down intestinal peristalsis. Therefore, the incidence of constipation is three times higher than that of boys.

Be careful, constipation can affect your health!

Inability to eliminate waste can not only affect health but may also lead to obesity!

If feces are not completely eliminated, they will adhere to the intestinal wall and form what is known as "impacted feces." As toxins in "impacted feces" accumulate, they will seep into the body and affect health, even causing a protruding lower abdomen!

A regular diet and lifestyle will lead to regular bowel movements!

If you suffer from constipation, the best approach is still to address it through exercise and diet. Some people with constipation may have poor water absorption in their large intestine. In this case, drinking warm water upon waking up in the morning can help with bowel movements.

In addition to apples, which can cause bloating, and guavas, which can cause constipation, eating more high-fiber fruits and vegetables can also help with bowel movements. If you have done all of the above but still have trouble defecating, it is recommended that you consult a doctor. They may prescribe natural laxatives or use methods such as enemas to stimulate the gastrointestinal tract and help with bowel movements, thus resolving your constipation problem.

[7 Tips to Promote Bowel Movements]

1. Multifiber

In your daily diet, eat more foods rich in dietary fiber, because dietary fiber has the effect of absorbing and retaining water, which helps to moisten and soften stool, making it easier to pass. So eat more vegetables and legumes, with a daily intake of at least 35-40 grams or more of dietary fiber, which can effectively promote intestinal peristalsis and prevent stool from lingering.

[Recommended Foods] Angelica sinensis, Polygonum multiflorum, Cassia seed, Plantago asiatica, kelp, tapioca pearls, black fungus, white fungus, shiitake mushrooms, red beans, mung beans, corn, etc., can all help soften stools. [Recommended Herbs] Aloe vera, rhubarb, and senna leaves should only be taken with a doctor's prescription.

2. Drink more water

Increasing your water intake is also essential! Because plenty of water helps soften stools. You should drink at least 8 large glasses of water a day, about 2000 ml. Of course, plain water, hot soup, and juice are all fine, but you should drink less strong tea and coffee so that your stools won't be dry and hard and difficult to pass through your intestines.

[Recommended Method] Drink 500 ml of warm water first thing in the morning to help with bowel movements.

3. Exercise more

Exercise is definitely beneficial. It can promote metabolism and bowel movements, so walking briskly for at least half an hour every day can make bowel movements smooth!

4. Multiple drug separation

Taking medication will more or less affect a person's gastrointestinal motility and absorption, and of course, bowel function will also be affected! So, to maintain good health, take less medication, and your bowel movements will be regular!

5. Relax more

When people are under stress, their gastrointestinal tract is most sensitive. Symptoms such as indigestion and bloating are caused by stress slowing down intestinal peristalsis, making it difficult to completely push out stool, and reducing the urge to defecate. Therefore, it is important to relax and relieve stress to allow the intestines to function properly and help clear accumulated stool.

6. Perform multiple checks

After each bowel movement, it's best to develop the habit of self-examining your stool. The shape, quantity, smell, and color of your stool can help detect any abnormalities or diseases early on. Furthermore, this can also help you determine whether your stool is hard or soft, providing a reference for dietary adjustments.

7. Multiple patterns

Everyone's bowel habits are different. Some people have bowel movements every day, while others have them every two days. As long as it is natural and smooth and there is no discomfort, it is normal. In addition, the time of each bowel movement should be fixed and regular to help the colon develop a natural habit. When you feel the urge to defecate, you should do so as soon as possible and not suppress or delay it.

Acupressure to help eliminate constipation

Abdominal acupoints

[Tianshu]Located about three finger-widths to the side of the navel. Following the clockwise direction of the large intestine, press the right Tianshu point first, then the left Tianshu point, applying some pressure. It is used to treat abdominal pain, bloating, and constipation.

[Zhongwan]The midpoint between the solar plexus and the navel, approximately four inches above the navel. It can relieve abdominal bloating.

[Da Ju]First, go two inches below the navel, then two inches to the left and right, and you will find it. This acupoint can help eliminate accumulated stool and aid digestion.

Waist acupoints

[Dachangshu]The highest point of the lumbar spine (approximately where a belt would be), about two finger-widths to the left and right of the fourth lumbar vertebra. It is effective for lower back pain, diarrhea, and difficulty in defecation.

Hand acupoints

acupoints on the back of the hand

[Hegu acupoint]The area where the thumb and index finger are spread apart, also known as the tiger's mouth.

[Erjian]Located on the back of both hands, on the inner side of the third joint of the index finger. This point can be pressed when indigestion leads to difficulty defecating.

Foot acupoints

[Zusanli] Located three cun (approximately four finger widths) below the outer side of the knee. Massaging the Zusanli acupoint is very effective for digestive system disorders. You can use both hands to press and massage this acupoint.

Acupressure Techniques

★ Use the pads of your four fingers (index to little finger) to massage and press, or use your index finger alone to press and rub the acupoints; some acupoints can also be massaged with the force of the palm, such as Shenmen acupoint.

★ Toothpicks, thin black hairpins, mechanical pencils, and fingernails can all be used to gently prick acupoints, but be careful not to get injured.

★ Fill a cup with hot water and warm the acupoints.

Number of acupoint presses

★For those with difficulty defecating, press 20-30 times each time, 3 times a day.

★The index finger corresponds to the large intestine area. People with constipation should massage this area whenever they have time, and can also press it during bowel movements.

★ Depending on individual circumstances, it can be done daily or intermittently, which is beneficial for bowel movements.

Contraindications of acupressure

★When stimulating acupoints with other objects, please pay attention to safety and the amount of force used.

★ Patients with poor physical condition should avoid strong stimulation. Pregnant women are generally not advised to massage the Hegu acupoint.