Constipation/Diarrhea

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Constipation/Diarrhea

Constipation/Diarrhea

Diarrhea

*Prunes *Peaches *Pears *Papaya*Flaxseeds *Whole grains*Berries *Cereal*Beans *Plums*Dry fruits *Peanuts*Carrots *Walnuts*Broccoli *Figs

Risk Factors

*Insufficient water intake*Insufficient fiber in the diet*A disrupted diet routineInadequate activity or exercise or immobility*Big consumptions of dairy productsstress*Resistant of bowel movement, results by hemorrhoids*Overuse of laxatives which weakens the bowel movements*Parkinson’s disease which are neurological conditions or multiple sclerosis*Antacid medicines containing calcium or aluminum*Medicines which are strong in pain medicines, like *narcotics, antidepressants or iron pills.*Depression*Eating disorders*Irritable bowel syndrome*PregnancyColon cancer

Causes Of Constipation

Avoiding Constipation

Diarrhea is described as being bowel movements that are loose and watery.

Different Types Of Diarrhea

Constipation

One of the many health prolbems thats uncurabe unless the patient is put on a proper diet. Constipation is a digestive health prolbem falling into the catgory of a painful bowel movement.

*High fat food should be avoided, as it can speed up intestinal contractions and cause negative effects.*Dairy products, apart from yogurt should be avoided. Because, when you suffer from diarrhea, it leads to depletion of lactase enzyme in the body, which helps to digest lactose.*Artificial sweeteners and sugar substitutes also should be avoided, as they have laxative effect and can also cause gas and bloating.*Alcohol, caffeine and aerated beverages.Although in a healthy individual, they will not cause diarrhea, but they are known to irritate the stomach, when the person is suffering from diarrhea.

Foods To Eat

- Osmotic Diarrhea - means that something in the bowel is drawing water from the body into the bowel. Colon cancer- Secretory Diarrhea - occurs when the body is releasing water into the bowel when it's not supposed to.- Exudative Diarrhea - refers to the presence of blood and pus in the stool. This occurs with inflammatory bowel diseases, such as Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis, and several infections.

Foods You Shouldn't Eat

- Bananas-Rice-Applesauce-Toast

*An older adult *Sedentary*Confined to bed*Eating a diet that's low in fiber*Not getting adequate fluids*Taking certain medications, sedatives, narcotics or certain medications to lower blood pressure *Undergoing chemotheraphy

PConstipation is one of the many health problems that cannot be cured unless the patient is put on a proper diet. Constipation is a digestive health problem characterized by painful bowel movement. People suffering from constipation find it extremely difficult to eliminate stools out of the body. This is because the stools are hard and dry. As a result, the patient struggles to eliminate solid waste. Doctors say the main reason is an unhealthy diet for constipation. However, an easy and inexpensive solution to this problem is to eat foods that relieve constipation. Following some simple dietary changes can work wonders to get rid of this troublesome condition.

Suffering From Constipation

Constipation


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