--- title: "Will drinking water relieve Constipation?" description: "If you're looking for a simple way to ease chronic constipation, drink plenty of fluids every day. Staying well-hydrated can be a key part of your pla" author: "Niyati Thole" published: 2022-05-19 canonical: https://www.mindstick.com/blog/300110/will-drinking-water-relieve-constipation category: "health care" tags: ["water"] reading_time: 2 minutes --- # Will drinking water relieve Constipation? [Drink plenty of water](https://www.mindstick.com/blog/300012/water-and-hair-growth) every day if you're seeking for an easy solution to relieve persistent constipation. Staying hydrated is an important element of any 'get things going' approach. Water is necessary for digestion. It keeps food going through your intestines while also keeping your intestines clean and flexible. ### Chronic Constipation: What Causes It? The food you consume travels through [your stomach](https://yourviews.mindstick.com/story/4192/superfoods-to-keep-your-stomach-cool-this-summer) to your colon or big intestine. The large intestine absorbs water from your dietary waste if you do have not enough water throughout your body. This causes you to have firm, difficult-to-pass stools. Other [factors that contribute](https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/99906/what-are-the-factors-that-contribute-to-the-formation-of-various-types-of-climates-around-the-globe) to chronic constipation include your diet, travel, medications, inflammatory bowel disease, and pregnancy. ### What Can I Do to Avoid Dehydration? When exercising or in hot weather, keep an eye on your fluid intake, according to your body, [as well as](https://www.mindstick.com/interview/2481/can-you-write-a-java-class-that-could-be-used-both-as-an-applet-as-well-as-an-application) drink additional liquids. You get fatigued when your body expels more fluids than it takes in, commonly through perspiration or frequent toilet visits. Consuming too little water during a workouts, hot weather, or everyday [activities](https://www.mindstick.com/interview/2589/describe-android-activities-in-brief) might deplete your body's water reserves. ### Will Water as Well as other Fluids Help You Get Rid of Constipation? Drinking additional liquids helps keep the stool soft and simple to pass, but it does not treat constipation. ### How Much Water Do You Need to Get Rid of Chronic Constipation? When it comes to thirst, several experts recommend [listening to your](https://yourviews.mindstick.com/audio/1331/the-secret-to-natural-healing-listening-to-your-body) body. According to the Institute of Medicine's Food and Nutrition Board, women should consume 91 ounces of [water per day](https://yourviews.mindstick.com/story/2833/is-it-necessary-to-drink-8-glasses-of-water-per-day) from meals and beverages, while men should consume 125 ounces. Remember that the fluids you consume from your diet are included in this suggestion. In general, 8 cups per day is a decent target for healthy, typical persons. Consult your doctor as to how much [water you should drink](https://yourviews.mindstick.com/story/4669/what-type-of-water-you-should-drink). Some [medical issues](https://yourviews.mindstick.com/view/62/polluted-air-of-allahabad-exacerbates-medical-issues) may need drinking less than that. Others may require more than 8 cups of coffee each day. ### What Other Liquids Can Help Me Stay Hydrated Besides Water? Fruit juices, while nourishing, are high in unnecessary sugars. ### Is there anything I should avoid drinking? Avoid consuming alcohol. It is a stimulant, which causes dehydration by [removing water](https://www.mindstick.com/blog/300017/why-is-hydration-so-important) from the body. Caffeinated beverages such as coffee, tea, and carbonated beverages are diuretics, yet they are unlikely to induce dehydration if consumed in moderation. --- Original Source: https://www.mindstick.com/blog/300110/will-drinking-water-relieve-constipation Copyright © MindStick Software Pvt. Ltd. This Markdown version is provided for developers, AI systems, and offline reading.