Show LIQUIDS ESSENTIAL A sufficient quantity of liquids is likewise lik wise necessary to prevent the contents of the lower intestine from becoming too hard for easy evacuation on In addition to water the diet should therefore contain an abundance of milk fruit juices and other beverages Acidophilus I milk and buttermilk are especial especial- especially ly y beneficial Fats and oils used in modera modera- moderation moderation moderation tion act as gentle lubricants x REGULAR HABITS It is most important to eat at regular hours and to establish regular times for evacuation as this is a great aid to body rhythm Guard carefully against over over- overeating overeating overeating eating for this practice is a fre fre- frequent frequent fre- fre frequent quent cause of constipation When Ten the digestive system is over over- worked none of oC its functions can be efficiently performed The homemaker homem ker is largely re re- responsible responsible re- re responsible for safeguarding her family against the dangers of faulty elimination For she has it itin itin itin in her power to plan meals that will help normal individuals to avoid the curse of constipation |