India, April 13 -- Having regular bowel movements is widely regarded as a sign of good health. However, almost everyone has faced issues with clearing the gut at some point in their lives. Taking to Instagram on April 12, Dr Shubham Vatsya, gastroenterologist and hepatologist at Fortis Hospital, Vasant Kunj, Delhi, shared three steps to take that will help clear the gut naturally before considering medical help.

"A healthy gut doesn't need detox drinks, just the right daily habits," he wrote in the caption. "Focus on these simple habits consistently, and your gut will take care of the rest." The three natural ways to clear the gut are as follows.

The first step to ensuring bowel movement is eating more fibre-rich foods. It helps with di...