or other approaches have not worked.
Using laxatives unnecessarily or repeatedly is not the same thing as improving digestive health.
If you regularly need laxatives to have a bowel movement, talk with a healthcare professional rather than continuously increasing the dose yourself.
A Simple Nighttime Routine to Try
For people who occasionally experience constipation or digestive heaviness, a simple routine may look like this:
After dinner:
Take a gentle walk.
Drink water according to your normal hydration needs.
Choose a meal containing vegetables, whole grains, legumes, or fruit.
Avoid eating
