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Suggest Treatment For Constipation

I am a 21 year old female whom has just changed her diet dramtically to remove most carbs and fast food. I started drinking water. eating fruits and veggies and working out atleast 3 times a week. but now I am constipated and have been for the past 5 days what should I do?
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Hi...

Welcome to healthcare magic.

As you mentioned you have problem of constipation..
Bulk forming agent like psyllium is helpful in constipation.
Avoid fatty foods and junk foods.
Drink more water..
Take fruits like kiwi and peach helpful in digestion.
Take a high fiber foods..
Consult a gastroenterologist for further treatment.

I hope my guidance helpful to you..
Take care.
Thank you.
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Suggest Treatment For Constipation

Hi... Welcome to healthcare magic. As you mentioned you have problem of constipation.. Bulk forming agent like psyllium is helpful in constipation. Avoid fatty foods and junk foods. Drink more water.. Take fruits like kiwi and peach helpful in digestion. Take a high fiber foods.. Consult a gastroenterologist for further treatment. I hope my guidance helpful to you.. Take care. Thank you.