Hi Ada
Alot of us in pain ,dont move around like we should[not that your not] pain will disable a person to limited exercise,and that will cause this problem,,also stretching helps exspecially the torso,,a stiff back will cause constipation,the back and bowels are connected,,,,,,,also , i use alot of olive oil when i cook,,its natural and very friendly and has alot of good properties including keeping regulararity,,,,,,,,,best wishes,,bobber