Gut Health Problems - November 2017
In the tenth issue of Gut Health Problems, we have sneaky ways to introduce healthy choices into your kid's diet, myths and facts about celiac disease, colon cancer, tips to make every stool easier, and more. Thanksgiving and the bulk of the holidays are right around the corner, making this an exciting time to be with family, enjoy great food and warm sentiments. Unfortunately for many, gut distress and digestion problems often accompany this season. At Gut Health Problems, we're here to change that.
In the tenth issue of Gut Health Problems, we have sneaky ways to introduce healthy choices into your kid's diet, myths and facts about celiac disease, colon cancer, tips to make every stool easier, and more. Thanksgiving and the bulk of the holidays are right around the corner, making this an exciting time to be with family, enjoy great food and warm sentiments. Unfortunately for many, gut distress and digestion problems often accompany this season. At Gut Health Problems, we're here to change that.
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At least 30 minutes of aerobic exercise in a<br />
day is enough to relieve and even prevent<br />
constipation. Start off with much easier<br />
routines such as walking, jogging, or even<br />
swimming. Make them regular until you<br />
can introduce intense workouts.<br />
3<br />
TAKE LOTS OF WATER<br />
Fluids, and especially water, help<br />
keep the system well-hydrated. Drinking<br />
enough water not only helps make your<br />
stool soft but also prevents gas buildup<br />
in the digestive tract. At least nine glasses<br />
of water are recommended for all, though<br />
men should strive to take more. Fizzy<br />
drinks, alcohol, and coffee do not qualify as<br />
fluids here. Pure water or freshly pressed<br />
orange juice is recommended for fast relief.<br />
If the signs of constipation do not subside,<br />
taking fiber supplements may help.<br />
4<br />
INCREASE YOUR DIETARY FIBER INTAKE<br />
Dietary fiber is crucial for gastrointestinal health. Both soluble and insoluble<br />
fiber (types of fiber) are needed for this to work. Soluble fiber plays a critical role in<br />
making your stool soft, while insoluble fiber contributes to making your stool bulk.<br />
Insoluble fiber is also known to aid food movement down the digestive tract, hence<br />
vital in treating flatulence and constipation. For mild constipation, consider eating<br />
easy to digest foods such as prunes, bananas, avocado, berries, and citrus fruits.<br />
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