Besides Consumption Of High-Fiber Foods, These 7 Things Help Prevent Constipation

Illustration of difficult bowel movements or constipation (Freepik)

JAKARTA – Constipation or constipation occurs when the movement of feces in the large intestine is too slow. The reason is that due to slow motion, faecal fluid is reabsorbed into the body so that it becomes hard and dry, making it difficult to defecate.

Reported by UCSF Health, Friday, August 27, constipation is a side effect of poor nutrition, lack of sleep, lack of exercise, anxiety, stress, and age also affect the occurrence of constipation.

Besides this, certain diseases can also be a cause of difficulty defecating. Usually followed by pain, weight loss, even bleeding during bowel movements.

If you experience this condition, it is necessary to consult a doctor. The last cause of constipation is taking certain types of drugs.

Is it enough to overcome constipation by consuming high-fiber foods? Yes, fiber is divided into two types, namely soluble and insoluble fiber. Soluble fiber is found in apples, bananas, barley, oats, and nuts, which soften stools.

While insoluble fiber is contained in foods from dark green vegetables, spinach, nuts, and seeds that are useful for speeding up the transit of food in the digestive tract and helping prevent constipation.

Every day, the body needs 20-30 grams of dietary fiber. Besides eating foods high in soluble and insoluble fiber, it is recommended to do the following 7 things to prevent constipation.

Do not skip meals. Adjust meal portions, increase portions of high-fiber foods. Drink 6-8 glasses of mineral water every day. Limit consumption of refined or processed foods. Regular exercise. Regular sleep patterns every day and get quality sleep, and Manage and reduce stress.

Dieting high-fiber foods and leading a healthy life doesn't just prevent constipation. High-fiber foods are also able to reduce the risk of developing various diseases, keep the digestive system balanced, and lower the risk of cholesterol.