And, since you need water often when your colon is constipated, there is no harm in using a bit of hot water and drinking it like you would
tea or coffee. In fact, steer clear of real
tea (black, green or white) and coffee and any herbs that are known to be diuretics, because these will draw water away from the colon. You need water going into the colon if you're constipated. Especially when you have used your fiber the way you're supposed to.