There are a number of factors contributing to the current epidemic of constipation, including; poor diet of processed foods, insufficient consumption of beneficial plant based fiber, sedentary lifestyle, lack of proper hydration, sitting on a toilet to evacuate the bowel, pharmaceutical drugs, antibiotics, GMOs, travel, and many more. The most common culprit is dehydration combined with a diet high in processed grains, packaged foods and low in vegetables and fiber.