Patient's question:
Friend had constipation before getting pregnant, and now at seven months, the constipation has become even worse. Sometimes she doesn't go to the toilet for three or four days, in addition to blood in her stool. I want to ask what kind of food is good for constipated pregnant women?Doctor's answer:
When a pregnant woman experiences constipation symptoms again, it is important to focus on drinking more soup and water to ensure adequate hydration in the body. At the same time, a balance of coarse and fine grains should be maintained, and in addition to consuming meat and eggs, it is also necessary to eat more fresh vegetables and fruits. In summary, the diet should contain sufficient moisture. To promote intestinal movement, the vegetables and fruits consumed should preferably be high in fiber.Additionally, it is recommended that expectant mothers drink more honey water and consume more bananas, oats, peanuts, and kelp, as these foods are beneficial for relieving constipation, but they should not be eaten in excess. In terms of diet, green vegetables such as celery, spinach, apples, bananas, and pears should be consumed more frequently, as they can enhance intestinal movement, moisten the intestines, and promote bowel movements, thereby eliminating harmful substances and carcinogenic substances from the digestive tract.