Common Chronic Disease Nutritional Meal Planning and Food Therapy: Constipation

Author: Liu Zhengcai, Yao Chenghong (editors)
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Publishing Date: 2002-10-01
Features: One of the basic conditions for human health is a normal metabolic state, one of which is smooth bowel movements. After the human body absorbs the food and water consumed, the waste accumulates in the intestines and must be expelled from the body within a certain time frame. Therefore, defecation is a very important part of the human metabolic process. Almost everyone in daily life has experienced the of constipation, and constipation is often caused by a lack of fiber in the diet. Therefore, it is recommended to eat more effective vegetables for constipation relief and drink fruit juices, which can promote the movement of the gastrointestinal tract and be beneficial for treating constipation, achieving the goal of defecation. However, spicy and irritating foods should be consumed less, or preferably avoided. When using strong laxatives, it can lead to intestinal mucosal paralysis, significant loss of nutrients, and cause the phenomenon where bowel movements rely solely on laxatives. Otherwise, it will not be effective in relieving constipation, forming a vicious cycle—constipation leading to more constipation. This book is divided into three main parts: nutritional meal planning, food therapy, and medicinal diet recipes. Nutritional meal planning includes daily menus, weekly menus, body-type-based meal planning, and seasonal meal planning, providing detailed introductions to the scientific formulas and cooking methods of various foods. Food therapy and medicinal diet recipes include numerous recipes. Target Audience: General public, clinical physicians, nutritionists.