5 Foods to Avoid in Constipation

Constipation is one of the most common health issues and almost all of us have experienced this uncomfortable situation of being constipated & must be familiar with its signs & symptoms such as straining, lumpy, bloating in the stomach, hard stools and so on. Here we will discuss about the foods to avoid when constipated, have a look.

You will get relieved from constipation by completely avoiding the below foods that cause constipation.

• Dairy Products - Dairy products, such as cheese, ice cream, milk, and so on are one of the major causes making many people constipated. The lactose present in dairy products cause increased gas as well as bloating in the stomach which can makes one feel worse
• Bananas - Strangely, a banana can either be a food that relieves from constipation issue or can be a major cause of the issue, depending on its ripeness. An unripe banana causes constipation where as a ripe banana can actually help relieve constipation
• Red Meat - There are actually a lot of reasons to avoid eating too much of red meat. One is that consuming a large amount of red meat makes you constipated. Red meat is high in fat, and thus it takes longer than usual for your digestive system to process it. Also, it is a rich source of iron, which also can cause constipation. It also contains tough protein fibers, which are difficult for your gut to digest
• Fried Foods - Oily & fried foods, such as onion rings, doughnuts, french fries, as well as heavily breaded foods like fish, tend to slow movement through the digestive tract causing constipation
• Caffeine - Just like bananas, caffeine can work either way! It is a stimulant, which can relieve constipation by making one have more & normal bowel movements. But if you are already dehydrated, you may find the caffeine present in black tea, in coffee, & chocolate is only making you more constipated

Although there are foods that can cause or relief constipation, your bowel movements occur naturally & according to your body’s ‘internal clock’. So eat only healthy foods such as veggies & fruits, exercise regularly, and most importantly be hydrated, always! You can also try some quality herbal medication such as Bael from Himalaya that relieves constipation and other digestive system related issues with ease & without any ill-effects. Also, replace the foods that cause constipation with highly fibrous foods that will help you prevent any bowel movement issues."