What to do about constipation after pregnancy: 5 tips to relieve constipation during pregnancy

　　constipate Can cause toxins to accumulate in the body, causing skin dull, triggering Acne Acne, spots, and belly formation are harmful to the body. healthy One of the culprits of beauty. But there are quite a few female There is a problem of constipation, and there is also a problem of constipation during pregnancy. For the sake of good health, constipation must be relieved in time. So what should you do with constipation after pregnancy? What are the causes of constipation in women? Next, I will introduce them one by one for your reference.

　　What to do if you have constipation after pregnancy?

　　In order to relieve the symptoms of constipation in pregnant women, pregnant women should strive to do the following:

　　1. Pay attention to drinking water skills

　　Expectant mothers who are troubled by constipation should drink more water and master the skills of drinking water. For example, drink water at a fixed time every day, and drink in large sips, but not binge drinking. This method of drinking water can make the water reach the colon as quickly as possible, making the stool soft and easy to pass out of the body.

　　2. Have regular bowel movements in the morning

　　Develop a regular bowel movement habit in the morning or after breakfast. After breakfast, the propulsive activity of the colon is more active, which is conducive to initiating defecation. About one hour after breakfast is the best time to defecate. When you feel the urge to defecate, you must go to the toilet in time. Don't ignore the urge to defecate, and don't endure the inconvenience. Expectant mothers should not go to the toilet for too long, otherwise it will easily lead to increased abdominal pressure and make it difficult for the reflux of the lower limbs.

　　3. Diet conditioning

　　Expectant mothers who suffer from constipation should avoid eating spicy food and eat more foods rich in fiber and vitamins. These foods can promote intestinal muscle peristalsis and soften feces, thereby moistening the intestines and helping pregnant women to defecate. Here are some foods that can help relieve constipation during pregnancy:

　　(1), corn

　　Corn is a good health food among whole grains. Its dietary fiber content is very high, which can stimulate gastrointestinal peristalsis and accelerate fecal excretion, which is of great benefit to pregnancy constipation. Of course, it also has the effects of diuresis, lowering blood pressure, enhancing metabolism, and refining the skin.

　　(2), lentils

　　Lentils are rich in protein and a variety of amino acids, vitamins, and minerals. Regular consumption can strengthen the spleen and stomach, increase appetite, tone the skin, and improve concentration. Bean pods are rich in dietary fiber, and regular consumption by people with constipation can promote smooth defecation.

　　(3), potatoes

　　Potatoes are a very nutritious and easily digestible food that helps fetus development and protect health during pregnancy. At the same time, the crude fiber contained in it can promote gastrointestinal motility and accelerate the metabolism of cholesterol in the intestine. It has the effect of lowering cholesterol and laxatives, and is very helpful in improving constipation during pregnancy.

　　(4), soybeans

　　Soybeans have high nutritional value and are also known as the "King of Beans" and "Meat of the Field". They contain very high-quality protein and rich dietary fiber, which is beneficial to the development of the fetus and promotes the metabolism of pregnant women. At the same time, rich and high-quality dietary fiber can facilitate bowel movement and help improve constipation in pregnant women.

　　(5), strawberry

　　Strawberries are rich in nutrients. They contain a variety of vitamins, minerals, proteins, organic acids, pectin and other nutrients necessary for the human body. The carotene in them has the effect of improving eyesight and nourishing the liver. The most important thing is that the pectin and dietary fiber contained in it can aid digestion, clear bowel movements, and have a nourishing and conditioning effect on gastrointestinal discomfort.

　　(6), taro

　　Taro is rich in nutrients and is a good alkaline food. It protects the digestive system and enhances immune function. Pregnant mothers often eat taro, which can promote gastrointestinal motility, help the mother absorb and digest nutrients such as protein, and can also remove fat deposits on blood vessel walls. It has a good therapeutic effect on constipation and obesity during pregnancy.

　　4. Use drugs with caution

　　If a pregnant woman's constipation cannot be relieved, she must seek medical treatment immediately and take laxatives as directed by her doctor. She must not use drugs without permission. However, the key to solving the problem is to establish some good living habits.

　　5. Increase physical activity

　　Lack of exercise or prolonged inactivity will make constipation worse, so expectant mothers should exercise appropriately. Appropriate activities for expectant mothers can enhance gastrointestinal motility, get adequate sleep, be in a happy mood, and relieve mental stress. It is also a good way to relieve constipation. Walking is one of the most suitable exercises for expectant mothers. Walk for forty minutes every evening, and clap your hands while walking, with your arms as wide as possible, so as to make it effortless. Open your five fingers and clap your hands until your arms feel a little sore and your palms feel warm and numb. Clapping your hands can stimulate various acupuncture points on your palms, promote blood circulation, and clear the meridians.

　　What are the causes of constipation in women?

　　1. Not having regular bowel movements

　　When you feel the urge to have a bowel movement, never "hold it in" first. Once you suppress the urge to defecate, it will be difficult to have a bowel movement later. Because over time the intestines will lose their sensitivity to fecal stimulation, and if they stay in the venue for too long, they will become dry and hard. Therefore, you might as well regard "defecation" as the top priority. When you have the urge to defecate, you should solve it as soon as possible.

　　2. Always go to the toilet with a book or newspaper

　　There are always some people who must take a book or newspaper when going to the toilet. When you have trouble defecating, it is very relaxing to sit on the toilet and read the newspaper. Many people may not know that if you are still sitting on the toilet after 10 minutes, it will cause unnecessary pressure on the anus, and the health of the anus is quietly destroyed in this way.

　　3. Rarely drink water.

　　It is best for patients with constipation to drink 8 to 10 glasses of water a day. Especially in the morning, drinking a glass of warm water on an empty stomach can wake up the large intestine and stimulate gastrointestinal reactions. 70% of stool is water. Adequate water intake can improve constipation symptoms.

　　Because if our body lacks water, the water in the stool will be absorbed by the large intestine, and the stool will become dry. It is difficult for hard stool to pass through the rectum and anus smoothly, which makes defecation painful, causes damage to the anus, and causes adverse symptoms such as anal fissure.

　　4. Habitually taking constipation medicines

　　Wait a day or two, and if there is no urge to defecate, then start taking constipation medicine. This habit is simply the enemy of health. It is always effective at the beginning, but as time goes by, once drug resistance develops, the dosage will be increased. This dependence on constipation drugs will eventually lead to the weakness of intestinal peristalsis, so that without the drug, the intestines can hardly move on their own.

　　5. Frequently wear a plastic belt or body-shaping garments

　　Tight clothing suppresses parasympathetic responses that regulate bowel movement nerve , which reduces the amount of digestive juice secreted in the large intestine. In the small intestine, the power to break down food and push it forward becomes weaker, so it takes longer than normal for food residues to pass through the large intestine.

　　Experts point out that it is during this process that constipation can easily occur. Therefore, women with severe constipation should try not to wear tight clothes, especially sleep When doing it, don’t put too much restraint on your body.

　　6. The diet is too refined and lacks residue.

　　With the development of my country's economy and the improvement of living standards, people have increased their consumption of animal foods. They eat more and more non-vegetarian foods such as chickens, ducks, fish, and meat, and eat less and less cereal foods, mainly polished rice and refined noodles. Because the food is too refined and the intake of dietary fiber is reduced, intestinal peristalsis is slow and defecation is not smooth, resulting in constipation. According to a nutritional survey of Chinese residents, the average daily dietary fiber intake per person has dropped from 26 grams in the past to 17 grams.