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Constipation

Constipation
February 5, 2020BlogPreventive health

  • Constipation is the most common problem but nobody discusses with their consultants.
  • In most of the people adding more fiber and fluids in their diet can put an end to constipation. 
  • Fibers spend a long time in the gastrointestinal system, absorb a large amount of fluids, that is precisely its constipation-fighting secret.
    • When fiber absorbs water, stool gets gradually bigger and wetter, unlike the small stool which can accumulate for days before moving on.
    • The large stool moved out of the intestine much quicker. Also, large stools are softer than the small one.
      • The large stool will have less strain when moving.
  • Source of fibers:
    • All fruits.
    • Vegetables.
    • Legumes.
    • Whole grain food.
    • oats. 
      • The insoluble fibers found in the whole wheat can fight constipation. 
  • The soluble or insoluble fibers can help the intestine work smoothly because they soften the stool and speed the transit time.
  • The daily requirement per day is 25 grams.
    • One cup of wheat has 3 grams of fibers.
    • Kellogg’s Raisin bran has 8 grams of fibers.
    • A half cup of cooked kidney beans has 3 grams of fiber.
    • Apple has around 3 grams of fiber.
  • When you add more fibers then someone may have more gas and cramps of the abdomen.
    • So the best is to increase the dose slowly till you reach the goal.
  • Water if not taken in enough amount may lead to constipation.
    • When stool does not get enough water, then get hard, sluggish, and more difficult to pass.
    • You must take more water when you are taking fibers to keep things move smoothly.
    • In old people the urge to drink water decreases, that is the reason constipation is more common in the old people.
    • The recommendation is 6 to 8 glasses of water per day.
  • Alcohol and caffeine-containing drinks do not count towards the water requirements because these will lead to dieresis.
  • Home remedy:
    • Prunes are the most oldest home remedy for constipation. Also, this found to be very effective.
      • Prunes are rich in fibers, 3 prunes give 3 grams of the fibers.
      • Prunes contain dihydroxyphenyl isatin, which stimulates the intestinal contraction which is needed for the regular bowel movements.
      • Prunes also contain a sugar called sorbitol, which soaks up an enormous amount of water in the digestive tract and helps keep the system active.
    • Raisin has a similar effect like prunes. These also help to keep on moving the stool.
      • Raisin is also rich in fibers. 
      • Raisin also contains tartaric acid, which acts as a natural laxative.

 

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