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Please advise list of food either veg or non veg , fruits, vegetables, chicken, mutton I should avoid for severe constipation.
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I can recommend foods with high fibre that can help you with constipation but protein is equally important to retain muscle mass
If you want to have a complete insight on a balanced diet that can help you with constipation , you may book an appointment and we can discuss your daily routine and eating habits and I can guide you on the same.
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Avoid Refined foods like maida, sugar, Deep fried foods, Oily and spicy foods... Take more vegetables and fruits and add more fluid...
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Consult on app personally regarding same
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Need to follow a FODMAP diet
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consult for personalized diet
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Please ask me directly for personalized diet plan for you.
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Connect directly with booking consult to guide u properly
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In severe constipation, it’s best to temporarily avoid these foods:
1. Refined foods – white bread, maida products, biscuits, cakes - Low in fiber and slow bowel movement.
2. Fried & junk foods – samosa, pakoda, chips, fast food- High fat + low fiber = harder stools.
3. Excess dairy – cheese, paneer, ice cream, excess milk - Can worsen constipation in some people.
4. Red meat & processed meat - Difficult to digest and low in fiber.
5. Packaged & ready-to-eat foods - Lack fiber and may cause dehydration.
6. Too much tea/coffee - Can dehydrate the body if water intake is low.
7. Unripe banana & excess apples without peel - Can be binding in nature.
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Try to avoid non veg for sometime till your gut feels healthy again.
Have soaked chia seeds in the morning with some freshly chopped apple on top and a little bit of honey
Drink sips of warm water throughout the day
Eating too much fiber can also worsen your digestive system. So gradually increase it.
To treat severe constipation with the help of proper diet and lifestyle changes you can directly consult me on practo.
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Avoid mutton as it contains elemental iron which can cause constipation.
Avoid refined flour and it's product's.
Eat plenty amount of well cooked vegetables per day.
Drink plentiful water.
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Severe constipation is often aggravated by foods that are low in fibre, highly processed, dehydrating, or difficult to digest.
Modifying food choices can significantly improve bowel regularity:
- Refined foods such as maida-based items including white bread, biscuits, pastries, and bakery products tend to lack fibre and slow bowel movements.
- Frequent intake of fried snacks, fast food, and packaged foods further worsens constipation.
- Consuming large portions of white rice regularly can also reduce stool bulk and delay gut transit.
- Excessive intake of chicken, mutton, or red meat, especially when meals are low in vegetables and fluids, can slow digestion and contribute to hard stools.
- High consumption of milk, cheese, paneer, cream, and milk-based desserts can worsen constipation, especially in individuals with lactose sensitivity or low gut motility.
- Excessive tea, coffee, and alcohol intake can lead to dehydration, which hardens stools and slows bowel movements.
- Including adequate complex carbohydrates, fruits, and vegetables helps improve fibre intake and stool bulk.
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If you require a personalized diet plan which will help relieve your constipation, then do reach out to us.
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Need to know about your lifestyle and eating habits to understand the cause of your severe constipation. Is it lack of water, lack of physical activity or lack of fibre in your diet or any form of medication.
You can book a consult with me for a personalised plan
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Their are so many in list, pick mostly the fiber content foods and have more water intake as per your body required
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Can discuss in consultation because without your full lifestyle habits, can't go for next step, consult directly via practo
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Ms. Swarn Shikha Sharma
Dietitian/Nutritionist
19 yrs exp
Delhi
First of all it's better to figure out the root cause of the problem. Excessive heat can be the reason. But better is to get it checked and go accordingly
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Ms. Neema Yadav
Dietitian/Nutritionist
5 yrs exp
Kolhapur
For severe constipation, it is crucial to focus on high fiber diet combined with ample fluid intake
Fruits :
Prunes , apple , pears, kiwi , berries, citrus fruit
Vegetables:
Leafy greens, sweet potatoes, artichoke, carrots , green peas
Legumes , grains , nuts and seeds :
Beans and lentils, whole grains, chia and flax seeds , nuts
Probiotics and fluids :
Yoghurt and kefir
Water and liquids
Foods to limit or avoid
Refined grains
High fat and fried foods
Dairy products
Unripe banana
Caffeine and alcohol
Important guidance
Introduce fiber gradually : increase fiber intake quickly can cause gas and bloating
Stay active:
Regular physical activity even walking, helps stimulate bowel motility
Consult a Doctor:
If severe constipation persists is chronic or is accompanied by symptoms like abdomen pain, rectal bleeding or unexplained weight loss, seek medical advice immediately to rule out the underlying condition
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Ms. Somya Jain
Dietitian/Nutritionist
9 yrs exp
Delhi
Take first shot of vitamin d as its very low
In non veg diet you can have egg
In veg mushroom will be better
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Ms. Trupti Padhi
Dietitian/Nutritionist
17 yrs exp
Bhubaneswar
Good evening pls connect through app directly.
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