In general, the human body has a bowel movement at least once a day to help the body flush out waste and toxins from the body.
If a person has constipation, it means that there are some problems with gastrointestinal function, and garbage and toxins continue to accumulate in the body, which will adversely affect the health of the whole body.
1. The frequency of bowel movements is 2 times a week or even less;
2. Pain during defecation and difficulty in defecation;
3. Dry, hard and small stool;
4. Bloating, stomach discomfort, etc.
If you meet any of the above criteria, you have constipation.
However, there is no need to worry too much about constipation, and some of the milder symptoms of constipation can be relieved by massage and diet adjustments.
Today, I will tell you about a "laxative switch" on our fingers, and pressing it every day can easily promote bowel movements.
The radial side of the distal part of the index finger, about 0.1 inches away from the nail angle, is the Shangyang acupoint. From the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine, Shangyang acupoint is the well point of the large intestine meridian of Hand Yang Ming, that is, the source of qi and blood in the large intestine meridian, and is the key point for the treatment of constipation.
Massaging Shang Yang acupoint can well promote intestinal peristalsis and speed up bowel movements.
In addition to constipation, it may also be accompanied by heat, anal pain, sore throat, etc., which can also be better relieved and improved after massaging Shang Yang acupoint.
Massage Method:
You can use your thumb nails to pinch this acupuncture point, with a little force, and press it for about 5 minutes in the morning and evening. If constipation is severe, it can be prolonged.