Constipation

Been an issue for me, for 20 or 25 years. Many problems. And was in the ER once with a diverticulitis attack. Almost had to have major colon surgery.

So, I used prune juice, a senna formula (Ex-Lax is senna, but I use a different brand), Miralax (very helpful. It's a stool softener. Until I started using it, almost nothing worked). I also, you know, eat meals like bran muffins and yogurt, I eat a soft food diet often, I also use Metamucil. Sometimes coffee seems to help. Of course, plenty of hydration, abdominal exercises too...

Anyway...a couple of things that have helped me.

And I have used that wooden stool, that elevates your legs. Well, we actually have a plastic one called "Squatty Potty."

have to get the height of it right. and if you have some problems with your knees or hips, can be an issue.

the Squatty Potty has a truly hysterical ad, if anyone wants to check in with it. A bit gross, you know, re subject matter. But if the scatological humor doesn't bother you, it is worth a look:

This Unicorn Changed the Way I Poop