If You Have Chronic Constipation, This Is the Last Video You Need

Chronic constipation is more than just difficulty passing stool. If you regularly experience hard stools, excessive straining, bloating, abdominal heaviness or incomplete bowel movements, you may have started relying on laxatives and stool softeners for relief. But long-term constipation management requires understanding the underlying causes and building sustainable dietary and lifestyle habits. In this video, Dr. Shubham Vatsya, Senior Gastroenterologist and Gut-Health Specialist, explains 5 food combinations that can help support regular bowel movements and improve stool consistency — papaya with chia seeds, kiwi with oats, guava with chia seeds, chole with salad, and vegetable-loaded khichdi. You’ll learn how fibre, hydration and different food combinations can support healthier digestion and bowel function. What You’ll Learn in This Video: • 5 food combinations that can help relieve constipation naturally • How papaya and chia seeds provide complementary types of fibre • Why kiwi and oats may help improve stool frequency and consistency • How guava and chia seeds can support bowel regularity • Why chole and salad are useful sources of dietary fibre • How vegetable-loaded moong dal khichdi can provide gentle, fibre-rich nutrition • Why drinking enough water is essential when increasing fibre intake • How walking and physical activity support bowel movements • How toilet posture can make passing stool easier • Why you should never ignore the natural urge to use the toilet • When persistent constipation may require medical evaluation Watch the complete video to discover how everyday Indian foods, adequate hydration and simple lifestyle changes can help you manage constipation more effectively. Follow Dr. Shubham Vatsya for evidence-based information on gut health, digestion, liver health, nutrition and preventive healthcare. Instagram: @dr.shubhamvatsya If you found this video helpful, Like, Share and Subscribe for more science-backed health content every week. Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Chronic constipation can have several underlying causes, and dietary changes may not be sufficient for everyone. Do not stop prescribed laxatives or other medications without consulting your doctor. If constipation persists or is accompanied by blood in the stool, unexplained weight loss, severe abdominal pain or vomiting, seek medical evaluation.