For the Love of Bowels

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Across
  1. 4. Fibre that turns into gel to firm up loose stool
  2. 5. Use a foot rest and good posture to prevent ___
  3. 7. Eat adequate mass of food to trigger ___ reflex and promote BM
  4. 8. Keep the feet ___ to keep the bowels moving!
  5. 10. A contraindication for elevating legs while on toilet
  6. 14. Bowel transit time
Down
  1. 1. Condition prevented by fluids, foods, fibre, fitness and facilitation
  2. 2. Psyllium husks are this type of fibre product
  3. 3. Comprises about 60% of body mass in later life
  4. 6. Fibre provided from whole wheat, flax, and fruit/vegetable skins
  5. 9. Constipation is one indication of ___
  6. 11. Actions that promote health and BMs
  7. 12. Toileting routine and quick access to the toilet are part of ___
  8. 13. Fluids containing citrus, caffeine or alcohol
  9. 14. Correct ___ on toilet promotes easier passage of BM