{"id":7465,"date":"2023-09-16T22:21:11","date_gmt":"2023-09-16T15:21:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=7465"},"modified":"2023-09-16T22:21:11","modified_gmt":"2023-09-16T15:21:11","slug":"3-travel-constipation-solutions-plus-what-causes-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=7465","title":{"rendered":"3 Travel Constipation Solutions, Plus What Causes It"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"drop-cap text-big text-gray\"> <span class=\"drop-cap__first text-dropcap \">A<\/span>s excited as you may be for any upcoming getaways, there\u2019s one souvenir you won\u2019t want to end up with: travel constipation. Though common and not typically cause for concern, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/gut-health-when-traveling\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/gut-health-when-traveling\/\">being backed up on vacay<\/a> can definitely get uncomfortable, which is why it pays to be proactive <em>before<\/em> you hit the road.<\/div>\n<p>That said, planning ahead isn&#8217;t always in the proverbial cards. Meaning if you just got back from vacation and are looking for ways to expedite the potty process, there are a few gastro-approved tips you can employ to get things moving and grooving ASAP.<\/p>\n<p>Ahead, discover insights on avoiding and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/digestion-regular-while-traveling\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/digestion-regular-while-traveling\/\">recovering from travel constipation<\/a>, courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/memorialhermann.org\/doctors\/gastroenterologists\/dr-bharat-pothuri-md-1023187614\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/memorialhermann.org\/doctors\/gastroenterologists\/dr-bharat-pothuri-md-1023187614\">Bharat Pothuri, MD<\/a>, a gastroenterologist with Memorial Hermann in Houston, Texas.<\/p>\n<hr\/>\n<hr\/>\n<h2>Why does travel constipation occur?<\/h2>\n<p>The standard <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK513291\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK513291\/\">causes of constipation<\/a>\u2014including but not limited to unfavorable dietary habits, dehydration, medical conditions, and even <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/constipation-relief\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/constipation-relief\/\">stress<\/a>\u2014apply, but traveling can double down on the (pardon the cascade of puns) party-pooping pain in the butt. To start, our dietary habits often take a hit when we\u2019re in new surroundings and our usual routine is thrown off. \u201cWhile on vacation, we tend to eat foods that are higher in fat and contain less fiber in general,\u201d Dr. Pothuri explains. In addition, \u201cWe tend to eat at random, erratic times which are in distinction to the predictable, scheduled meals when at home.\u201d<\/p>\n<div class=\"related-content \" style=\"\" data-module-init=\"related-content\" data-module-immediate=\"\" v-cloak=\"\">\n<div class=\"related-content__wrapper \" v-cloak=\"\" :class=\"{'is-loaded':isLoaded}\">\n<p> <span class=\"inline pr-6 text-seafoam-dark\">Related Stories<\/span> <\/p>\n<p> <related-content class=\"related-content__links\" parent-article-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/travel-constipation-solutions\/\" current-title=\"\u2018I\u2019m a Gastroenterologist\u2014Follow These 3 Simple Steps To Recover from Travel Constipation in No Time\u2019\" current-image=\"Stocksy_txp536f1dfcZml300_Small_3605421-425x285.jpg\" v-on:parsely-posts-loaded=\"onPostsLoaded\" start-date=\"2023-03-16\" tag=\"div\" inline-template=\"\" url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/travel-constipation-solutions\/\" secret=\"w5ztterVB03LGZJLfXS0hf3EvQBuFFIWew9hmVQxthU\" apikey=\"wellandgood.com\" limit=\"3\"> <\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"related-content__card mb-[10px] sm:mb-[20px]\" :class=\"{'related-content__card--full':posts.length === 1}\" v-for=\"(post, key) in posts\"> <a v-on:click.prevent=\"trackLinkGA($event, key)\" :href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/travel-constipation-solutions\/post.url\" data-url-source=\"related-content\" class=\"related-content__link\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"\"> <\/p>\n<div class=\"related-content__card--image bg-tan\" :style=\"{ backgroundImage: 'url(' + post.image_url + ')' }\"> <img :src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/travel-constipation-solutions\/post.image_url\" :alt=\"post.title\"\/> <\/div>\n<p> <\/a>  <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p> <\/related-content> <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Some of us also drink more alcohol than usual. We may <em>also<\/em> try to adjust to a new time zone by perking up with an extra cup or two of coffee\u2014both of which can amplify dehydration. \u201cA lack of usual and regular exercise routines and increased stress and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7147411\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7147411\/\">sleep disruptions<\/a> can also contribute to constipation,\u201d Dr. Pothuri adds.<\/p>\n<p>The potential for travel constipation may be higher if you\u2019re in transit for long and don\u2019t get up to move around. All the while, we may forget to drink enough water, or even consciously decide not to sip as much to avoid using the airplane bathroom or making extra pit stops on a road trip.<\/p>\n<h2>3 tips to recover from travel constipation<\/h2>\n<p>\u201cIt can take a few days but up to weeks for the body to recover from travel constipation,\u201d Dr. Pothuri shares. Your standard diet and lifestyle routine\u2014including your H2O, caffeine, and fiber intake\u2014will largely influence the time it\u2019ll take to have regular BMs again. Moreover, your typical bowel patterns and frequency will inevitably factor into the equation.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>\u201cIt can take a few days but up to weeks for the body to recover from travel constipation,\u201d Dr. Pothuri shares.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>What you eat, drink, and do while you\u2019re away from home will also impact your post-travel constipation recovery time. While you should definitely relax and enjoy your travels, you may want to take greater care to avoid triggers and prioritize the following tips <em>before<\/em> heading home if you\u2019re already prone to constipation.<\/p>\n<h3>1. Hydrate like you mean it<\/h3>\n<p>\u201cWe should aim to drink 100 ounces of water daily,\u201d says Dr. Pothuri. Traveling can exacerbate dehydration and thus constipation\u2014especially <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/staying-hydrated-while-traveling\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/staying-hydrated-while-traveling\/\">while flying<\/a>, and if you\u2019re doing intense physical activities, sweating profusely, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/high-altitude-and-dehydration-symptoms\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/high-altitude-and-dehydration-symptoms\/\">spending time in high altitudes<\/a>. That said, you\u2019ll want to be extra mindful about staying on top of your water (and electrolyte) intake.<\/p>\n<h3>2. Feast on fiber<\/h3>\n<p>\u201cEat a balanced, healthy, high-fiber diet with at least two to three servings of fruits and vegetables daily,\u201d the gastro advises. Dr. Pothuri says we should aim for 25 to 30 grams day in and day out, ideally from food but also supplements as needed. Many produce items pack both <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/foods-with-soluble-and-insoluble-fiber\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/foods-with-soluble-and-insoluble-fiber\/\">soluble and insoluble fiber<\/a>. Yet if you\u2019re going for the supplement route, keep an eye out for the former (types of which include psyllium and pectin), as it can <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/25623312\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/25623312\/\">accelerate transit time<\/a> and reduce symptoms of constipation.<\/p>\n<p>P.S. As you increase your fiber intake, you\u2019ll need to drink more water to help bulk up your stool and make it easier (and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/better-mood-after-poop\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/better-mood-after-poop\/\">oh-so satisfying<\/a>) to pass. The more readily you lean on this dynamic duo, the more likely your odds are of bouncing back from post-travel constipation in no time.<\/p>\n<h3>3. Move your body<\/h3>\n<p>To get *things* moving, get things moving. \u201cI recommend patients live an active lifestyle, which includes 30 minutes of cardio activity at least three to four times a week,\u201d Dr. Pothuri concludes.<\/p>\n<div class=\"post-citations mt-[40px] mb-[30px]\" data-module-init=\"main-2020\/post-citations\" data-module-immediate=\"true\">\n<hr class=\"!border-seafoam-dark mb-[24px]\"\/>\n<div class=\"post-citations-content flex flex-col gap-[24px]\">\n<p>Well+Good articles reference scientific, reliable, recent, robust studies to back up the information we share. You can trust us along your wellness journey.<\/p>\n<div>\n<ol class=\"!ml-[18px] !mt-0\">\n<li>\n              Diaz S, Bittar K, Mendez MD. Constipation. [Updated 2023 Jan 31]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2023 Jan-.            <\/li>\n<li>\n              Duboc H, Coffin B, Siproudhis L. Disruption of Circadian Rhythms and Gut Motility: An Overview of Underlying Mechanisms and Associated Pathologies. J Clin Gastroenterol.            <\/li>\n<li>\n              Xu L, Yu W, Jiang J, Li N. [Clinical benefits after soluble dietary fiber supplementation: a randomized clinical trial in adults with slow-transit constipation]. Zhonghua Yi Xue Za Zhi. 2014 Dec 30;94(48):3813-6. Chinese. PMID: 25623312.            <\/li>\n<\/ol><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<hr class=\"!border-seafoam-dark mt-[24px]\"\/>\n  <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div data-type=\"_mgwidget\" data-widget-id=\"1675549\">\r\n<\/div>\r\n<script>(function(w,q){w[q]=w[q]||[];w[q].push([\"_mgc.load\"])})(window,\"_mgq\");\r\n<\/script>\r\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As excited as you may be for any upcoming getaways, there\u2019s one souvenir you won\u2019t want to end up with: travel constipation. Though common and not typically cause for concern, being backed up on vacay can definitely get uncomfortable, which is why it pays to be proactive before you hit the road. 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