defaecation Flashcards

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If possible, add more fiber to your diet. Add fiber by eating fresh fruits and vegetables, legumes, beans, and whole grains. You should consume at least 22 to 34 gramsTrusted Source of fiber per day, depending on your age. If you need to take a fiber supplement for chronic constipation, start with a low dose and then increase it slowly. For some people, consuming a large amount of fiber can lead to bloating.
Consider exercising most days of the week if you can. This can include a daily walk, jog, bike ride, or swim or another form of exercise. Light exercise helps maintain proper circulation and can keep the bowels healthy.
Consume plenty of liquids (mostly water and other clear liquids) every day. Aim for at least eight 8-ounce glasses of clear liquids per day.
Manage your stress.
Avoid “holding in” your stool. Also try to have bowel movements around the ??? each day

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same time

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Generally, it takes about ??? from eating for food to pass through your body as stool, estimates the Mayo Clinic.

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2 to 5 days

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Pooping after every meal
The ??? is a normal reaction the body has to eating food in varying intensities.
When food hits your stomach, your body releases certain hormones. These hormones tell your colon to contract to move food through your colon and out of your body. This makes room for more food.
The effects of this reflex can be mild, moderate, or severe. They can also vary from person to person.

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gastrocolic reflex

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Gastrocolic reflex isn’t a condition or disease, but rather one of your body’s natural reflexes. It signals your colon to empty food once it gets to your stomach in order to ???. However, for some people that reflex goes into overdrive, sending them running to the restroom right after eating

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make room for more food

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Some medical professionals recommend that people eat ??? small meals and ??? snacks throughout the day

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3&2

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