Constipation is a very painful condition. So, how should people treat constipation in this season? People have come up with many methods to treat constipation, such as dietary therapy. Today, we will introduce what is good to eat for constipation, so that everyone can understand what kind of dietary adjustments are needed for constipation and what are the taboos for constipation.
When faced with constipation, many people think that drinking more water is beneficial. Indeed, drinking water correctly and eating certain foods can help relieve constipation. Let's take a look together.
What to eat for constipation
1. A cup of diluted salt water is a clever way to deal with constipation
For people with constipation, warm water should be replaced with diluted salt water. Experts explain, "Salt has the function of clearing heat and disinfection. Developing the habit of drinking diluted salt water every day has a direct effect on improving constipation." However, for healthy individuals, drinking warm water in the morning is sufficient, and it is not advisable to blindly supplement with salt water. "The purpose of drinking water is to promote gastrointestinal peristalsis, but if you drink too much salt water, the excessive sodium in the body is not conducive to health." Drinking diluted salt water in the morning is also not suitable for cardiovascular patients, as the salt content in the water may increase blood pressure.
Experts remind: Don't wait until your mouth is dry to drink water
In addition, experts remind people that many people only remember to drink water when their mouths are dry, which is incorrect. "By the time you feel thirsty, in fact, your body is already severely dehydrated." In fact, the body's sense of thirst weakens as age increases, and the sense of thirst in the elderly is poor. Therefore, it is important to learn to judge whether your body is dehydrated. Experts explain, "An intuitive characteristic is to observe the color of urine." If the urine is light yellow, the body's functions are normal, but if it is a slightly yellow or even darker color, it may indicate the need for more water.
Bananas
Bananas contain abundant dietary fiber, which can absorb water in the intestines, make the stool expand, and promote intestinal peristalsis for bowel movements.
At the same time, the large amount of water-soluble plant fiber in bananas can induce high osmotic gastric and intestinal fluid secretion, thereby adsorbing water to the solid parts, making the stool soft and easy to discharge.
In Chinese medicine, bananas are considered cold in nature and have a sweet taste. They can clear heat, detoxify, moisten the lungs, relieve coughs, moisturize the intestines, regulate blood pressure. Therefore, in daily life, when constipation occurs, people think of eating more bananas to moisturize the intestines and promote bowel movements.
Kiwis
Kiwis contain a lot of dietary fiber and protein-degrading enzymes. These substances can quickly remove harmful metabolic products accumulated in the body, prevent and treat constipation, and have a good effect in preventing colon cancer and atherosclerosis. Eating 1-2 kiwis on an empty stomach every morning and eating again after 1 hour can have a better effect on treating constipation.
Grapefruits
Grapefruits have various functions such as promoting digestion, eliminating phlegm, detoxifying alcohol, relieving pain, treating constipation, etc.
Grapefruits are rich in nutrients, with calcium and vitamin contents far exceeding other fruits. The vitamin C content is three times that of lemons and oranges. The calcium content is ten times that of apples, pears, bananas, and other fruits. Grapefruits also contain abundant natural citric acid and various inorganic salts, which not only promote liver, stomach, lung functions but also have the effects of clearing heat, relieving coughs, and phlegm.
Red Dates
Red dates have the functions of tonifying the middle and benefiting qi, nourishing the spleen and stomach, moisturizing the heart and lungs, regulating the Ren and Du meridians, nourishing yin and blood, generating body fluids, enhancing complexion, unblocking the nine orifices, assisting the twelve meridians, and harmonizing various medicinal herbs. Red dates also have the function of "treating heart and abdominal evil qi, and transforming stubbornness". When constipated, you can try red date soup to relieve your constipation.
Pears
Pears contain 3 grams of fiber per 100 grams (mostly insoluble fiber). Insoluble fiber can help prevent constipation and digestive diseases, cleanse the kidneys, clean the intestines. People with long-term constipation should eat more pears, and it also helps prevent colon and rectal cancer.
Dragon Fruit
Dragon fruit has the effects of preventing constipation, promoting eye health, increasing bone density, lowering blood sugar, reducing blood fat, lowering blood pressure, helping cell membrane formation, preventing anemia, reducing cholesterol, whitening the skin, and preventing dark spots. It also has the effects of relieving heavy metal poisoning, anti-free radicals, preventing aging-related diseases, losing weight, and lubricating the intestines.
Walnuts
Walnut kernels are nourishing and have a good effect of moisturizing the intestines and promoting bowel movements. Moreover, walnut kernels are neutral and warm, and consuming them does not harm the body. When treating constipation with walnut kernels, initially take three to four walnuts, crack the shells, chew the kernels finely, and then swallow them with warm water. This can effectively treat constipation. Later, when bowel movements become regular, the amount of walnuts can be reduced.
