Symbolic proportion is when you use another item to explain what something is to someone. For example, you might tell someone an old Nintendo game looked like an 8-track tape.
Mineral oil is used to treat constipation. It is known as a lubricant laxative. It works by keeping water in the stool and intestines. This helps to soften the stool and also makes it easier for stool to pass through the intestines.
However, it does add bulk to your stools and can therefore help keep things moving. Thus, both soluble and insoluble fiber can help relieve constipation and stimulate healthy bowel movement. In order to avoid bloating and gas, it is best to add fiber to your anti-constipation diet gradually.