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Constipation is a bigger deal than you think — especially as you age
By LeAnne Gendreau, Katherine Ambrose , Sondra 'Sam' Cradduck , Amy Amy Cameron O’ at KGNS — Sitewide
· June 30, 2026
· 5 min read
(Aging Untold) — Constipation is one of those topics nobody wants to bring up at the dinner table — yet it affects far more people than you might expect. About 16 out of 100 adults deal with it regularly, and that number climbs to roughly 33 out of 100 for people 60 and older, according to the Na...
Key takeaway About 16 out of 100 adults deal with it regularly, and that number climbs to roughly 33 out of 100 for people 60 and older, according to the National Institutes of Health.
Why this matters in Laredo News
In Laredo , where a significant portion of the population is aging, constipation is a health issue that warrants attention. The city's older adults, who make up a substantial part of the community, are more likely to experience constipation due to natural changes in the gut and increased medication use. Local healthcare providers should be aware of the complexities of constipation and its far-reaching effects on overall health, including cognitive function and toxin removal. Caregivers in Laredo, who play a vital role in supporting older loved ones, need to be educated on the importance of monitoring bowel health and recognizing signs of constipation, including diarrhea. By addressing constipation as a whole-body issue, Laredo's healthcare community can help improve the quality of life for its older residents and reduce the risk of related health problems. This requires a comprehensive approach that considers individual factors, such as medication use and lifestyle changes.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS — Sitewide ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? (Aging Untold) — Constipation is one of those topics nobody wants to bring up at the dinner table — yet it affects far more people than you might expect. About 16 out of 100 adults deal with it regularly, and that number climbs to roughly 33 out of 100 for people 60 and older, according to the Na...
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