Fiber & Lemon Constipation Relief Drink

Ingredients

• 1 cup warm water
• Juice of ½ lemon
• 1–2 teaspoons honey (optional)
• 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed or 1 teaspoon psyllium husk
• Pinch of grated fresh ginger (optional)

Instructions

1. Stir the lemon juice into the warm water.
2. Mix in the flaxseed or psyllium.
3. Drink immediately.
4. Follow with another full glass of water, especially if using psyllium.

Tips That Often Help

• Drink plenty of fluids throughout the day.
• Aim for 25–38 grams of fiber daily from fruits, vegetables, legumes, and whole grains.
• Regular physical activity can stimulate bowel movements.
• Prunes or prune juice can also help because they contain fiber and sorbitol, a naturally occurring sugar alcohol that can promote bowel movements.

If you’ve had constipation lasting more than 2–3 weeks, severe abdominal pain, vomiting, blood in the stool, unexplained weight loss, or pencil-thin stools, it’s important to seek medical evaluation promptly.