The human body, when plugged up, leads to symptoms of constipation and bloating, abdominal discomfort, loss of appetite and a general lack of well being. Let us see the factors which cause this common and nagging problem of constipation in most individuals:

Dietary factors: Diet high in proteins and lean on fibres, over indulgence in junk food, fried oily and spicy food decrease intestinal transit.

Inadequate intake of water: Our body is over 60% water. The amount of water or fluid we require can vary greatly, depending on our lifestyle.  The urine should be clear with only a faint colour of yellow.  Unless we drink adequate water, the stool will not be soft enough for easy bowel movements.

Lack of exercise or prolonged bed rest: Exercise is important to strengthen the abdominal muscles. The waist and leg movements specifically help to mix the food in the intestines and aid digestion.

Disruption of the normal intestinal flora:  Some friendly bacteria colonize the intestinal lining and help in digestion in various ways. They also prevent the growth of harmful bacteria that might come along with contaminated food. After any antibiotic treatment even these friendly bacteria perish, which impair normal digestion and bowel movement. During constipation, the food stays in the bowel for a longer time which can cause a build up of harmful bacteria. This results in bad breath and abnormally repulsive flatulence.

Irregular habits of eating and drinking, overeating, insufficient chewing, excessive consumption of strong tea and coffee are all known to cause constipation.

Individuals always on the move or those under stress ignore or sometimes suppress their urge to pass stools. In due course, even a full rectum stops sending calls. This leads to development of chronic constipation. Reasonable time should be given for passing stool, giving inadequate time for proper defecation in a hurry leads to motility dysfunctions.

Drugs taken for hyper acidity, high blood pressure and commonly used pain killers and anti-inflammatory drugs.

Many people mistakenly think constipation is a health problem, like a disease, but it is actually a symptom. Identifying the causes can help a long way to get rid of this preventable symptom.

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Eat healthy stay vibrant

Winter ushers the time to celebrate and along comes the discomforts associated with binge eating and drinking and those late night sessions.

While digestive problems may seem like a mere inconvenience, they can turn all celebrations sour by causing indigestion, stomach cramps, bloating, diarrhea and constipation. Overeating is a common problem since there is so much good food around during this time. It is important to know how to prevent digestive problems this festive period.

Obviously at Troo Health Care we have lots of excellent natural digestive health remedies to help see you through. As well as these here are some great tips to keep the ache away.

DONT’s:

By either reducing or eliminating your intake of certain foods which are known to cause stomach ailments, you will greatly increase your stomach’s comfort level:

1. Processed red meats such as hot dogs, lunch meats, and sausages
2. Trans Fats and Hydrogenated Oils
3. Try to avoid milk if you suffer from lactose intolerance
4. Gluten-sensitive individuals should avoid food containing Wheat, Rye and Barley
5. Try not to eat in a hurry. Digestion starts in your mouth. Eating slowly, chewing each mouthful well eases the load on your digestive system.
6. Do not skip meals, eat regularly
7. Smoking lowers the pressure at the junction between the stomach and oesophagus, promoting backflow of stomach acid into the oesophagus (reflux) – causing heartburn
8. Avoid drinking too much alcohol

DO’s:

By including certain other food items, you can help your stomach perform better this festive season:

1. Foods rich in fibre (vegetables, fruit and whole grains/cereals) promote intestinal transit and prevent constipation.
2. Drinking adequate water per day will ensure that your body stays flushed of any toxins
3. Regular exercise stimulates the intestinal muscles to push digestive contents through your system and promote a healthy digestive system.
4. Probiotics like yogurt, contain “good bacteria” that help the body digest food properly and also fight infections

With these few simple alterations to your daily diet and lifestyle, you can prevent digestive disorders and feel vibrant and healthy.

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