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Can you suggest a few diet tips for easy bowel movements?
(13 Mar 2009)
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Bowel movement or the passage of stools is a daily affair. Problems in passage of stools result in many complications, such as diverticulitis, constipation and so on. Easy bowel movement is a boon in many individuals. Certain tips for easy bowel movements are:
- A regular visit to the toilet, preferably at the same time, on a daily basis is of great help.
- A complete insight into 'bathroom habits' is necessary for all, from a child to those in senescence.
- The color of the food in a meal determines the ease of bowel passage. Lack of color, indicates poor nutrients, especially fiber. Some of these foods are white rice, potatoes, white bread, pasta, white sugar and white flour.
- Water is an important part of the meal pattern, which contributes to better stools. About eight glasses of water and other liquids, in the form of barley water, soups, coconut water and fresh juices proves beneficial. Avoid tea, as the tannins constipate and restrict bowel movement. Coffee and tea are diuretics, which deplete the system of water. This in turn causes constipation. High fiber foods in the diet are always accompanied by increase in the liquids intake.
- A basic knowledge about fiber is important. Based on their solubility, fiber is classified as insoluble and soluble fiber. Fruits, whole grains, seeds and raw veggies are examples of the former. They provide relief from constipation. Soluble fiber is seen to occur in oat meal, quinoa, psyllium, sweet potatoes and brown rice. These aids in the elimination of toxins from the system.
- Detoxifying the system is an effective way to ease the bowel movements. Occasionally, a fruit and vegetable diet with adequate water supply is helpful.
- Know the signs of constipation. The urge to visit the toilet is mostly postponed or not noticed by many individuals, which in turn results in poor bowel movement.
- The use of supplements, such as Psyllium husk, is helpful. These commercial supplements are taken under the guidance of a physician.
- A healthy lifestyle is of primary concern. Lack of activity, increase in sophistication, sedentary lifestyle and lack of movement results in constipation.
- Relaxation of the anal sphincter muscle helps in peristalsis of the colon, which in turn propels the stools. Regular workouts, half an hour a day, about five times a week are useful. This, not only helps improve bowel movement, but also keeps the system healthy, in a wholesome manner.
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answered by M S on 13 Mar 2009, 7:34:14
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