Thanks Constipation Ayurvedic View Constipation means infrequent stools or it also means hard stools, difficulty passing stools, or a sense of incomplete emptying after a bowel movement. This is also known as Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Causes: Constipation can be caused by the slow passage of digesting food through any part of the intestine. Can also be caused by anal fissures, hemorrhoids, low fiber diet, pelvic floor dysfunction. Some medications like analgecis and antacids can also cause constipation. Consequences: Straining during bowel movements due to constipation may cause Hemorrhoids , anal fissures, and rectal bleeding. Rectal prolapse, though rare, may occur, a condition where a piece of intestinal lining pushes from the anal opening. Food Regime: Do’s: The most important aspect of eating to ease constipation is to slowly increase the intake of dietary fiber and to drink lots of water. Fruits like apricots and pineapple, vegetables, legumes, green peas can be eaten. Don’ts: Avoid consuming cheese, instant mashed potatoes, pastries, cakes, fried foods, red meat. sajjanherbomed.co.in
Posted on: Sun, 25 Jan 2015 12:58:10 +0000
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