Constipation press that acupoint

Normal people need to defecate every day to excrete excess waste from the body. If you cannot defecate on time, it is a constipation disease. Constipation mainly refers to a normal person not having a bowel movement for about 2 to 3 days, so patients are often troubled by this problem. In fact, pressing acupoints can also treat constipation. So which acupoints can treat constipation?

2 acupoints to help you solve constipation problems

1. Sanyinjiao acupoint

Everyone should be familiar with Sanyinjiao acupoint, an important health-preserving acupoint in the human body. Experts say that Sanyinjiao acupoint has the function of strengthening the spleen and replenishing qi, regulating the liver and kidneys, and can treat gastrointestinal problems such as spleen and stomach weakness, indigestion, diarrhea, and constipation. Regular massage of Sanyinjiao acupoint can also help women regulate menstrual problems.

Massage method: Use the thumb or index finger on one side to gently press the Sanyinjiao point, then push and rub it back and forth, repeat the action for 3-5 minutes, until the point feels sore and swollen.

2. Tianshu Point

Tianshu point is located on both sides of the human navel. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that Tianshu point can treat most gastrointestinal diseases and has good effects on problems such as abdominal distension, diarrhea, and constipation. So how should we massage Tianshu point when we are constipated? Let’s find out quickly.

Massage method: Use the thumbs or index fingers of both hands to press the Tianshu points on both sides of the navel, press gently for 2-3 minutes and then release, let the points rest for a few seconds and then repeat the action until the points turn red and feel painful.

The above are two health-preserving acupoints that can effectively relieve constipation. In addition to using massage to improve constipation, we should also pay more attention to some details in our lives. The following editor has compiled several methods for treating constipation.

How to treat constipation in daily life

1. Drink plenty of water

When it comes to how to relieve constipation, I believe everyone's first reaction is to drink more water. In fact, water can indeed help us moisturize the intestines and allow stool to be discharged from the body faster. So how can we drink water to achieve the best effect in improving constipation? Experts suggest that you drink more warm water when you are constipated. You can also add some honey to the water. Honey can not only help the body detoxify, but also has a better effect of moisturizing the intestines and promoting bowel movements.

2. Eat more fruits and vegetables

Many modern people are carnivores and are disdainful of fruits and vegetables. But you should know that eating meat frequently and not eating vegetarian food is an important cause of constipation. Therefore, while eating meat, we should also eat more fruits and vegetables to ensure a good combination of meat and vegetables, so as to effectively improve the symptoms of constipation.

3. Follow your convenience

Due to the busy life and work, some friends will hold back when they feel the urge to defecate, and go to the toilet when they are free, but at this time you will find that you cannot defecate at all. Experts recommend that whether you suffer from constipation or not, you should obey your urge to defecate. This will keep the rectal sensory nerves in a sensitive state and avoid constipation.