constipation

Ask Dr Rosemary Leonard: ‘Why have I’ve been constipated for months?’

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A reader asks: I’m 75, relatively fit and healthy for my age, but have been constipated for three months. I haven’t changed my eating or exercise habits – I’m a size 14, eat plenty of fibre and walk a couple of miles twice a day. I don’t feel ill or have any pain and while … Read more

Is Constipation Tied To Heart Disease? Experts Weigh In.

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You’ve probably considered what constipation means for your stomach health and diet choices, but you may not have considered how ― or if ― it could impact your heart health. As it turns out, some research suggests that constipation is associated with an increased risk of heart attack. Coverage of this data may seem concerning. … Read more