Due to heavy bleeding during childbirth, postpartum women may become weaker and need to rest in bed, with relatively less activity time, which can slow down intestinal peristalsis and easily lead to symptoms of constipation. Many people have asked what fruits are good for postpartum constipation and how to prevent it. Below, the editor will solve these questions for postpartum women.
What fruits are good for constipation during the month of sitting
1. Bananas. 500g of bananas, consumed once before meals, 1-2 times a day, for several consecutive days. Attending to the Secret Service. Bananas are moisturizing for the intestines, which can alleviate constipation symptoms, accelerate digestion, and increase gastrointestinal motility. Once again, it is reminded that only ripe bananas can have the function of relieving constipation. Eating too many raw bananas can actually worsen constipation.
2. Apple. Containing a variety of vitamins and minerals, malic acid, tannic acid, and fine fiber, many pregnant women are afraid of gaining weight. Eating more apples can prevent excessive obesity and be very helpful for fetal development. Apples also have a regulatory effect on gastrointestinal function. If you can eat it with the skin, it can improve both constipation and diarrhea.
3. Strawberries. Rich in vitamin C, it can prevent colds. And the pectin and organic acids contained in it can decompose the fat in food, promote appetite, and strengthen gastrointestinal peristalsis. Before eating strawberries, be sure to wash them carefully to avoid pesticide residue problems.
4. Citrus. Citrus fruits are rich in fiber and various nutrients, which can promote gastrointestinal motility and digestion, as well as lower blood lipids and blood pressure. Moderate consumption has certain therapeutic effects.
5. Strange fruit. Not only is it rich in vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin E, potassium, magnesium, as well as rare nutrients such as folate, beta carotene, calcium, progesterone, amino acids, natural inositol, etc. found in other fruits that are beneficial for pregnant women and fetuses, but it is also rich in dietary fiber that can promote intestinal peristalsis.
How to prevent constipation during confinement
Postpartum constipation can be prevented. It can promote intestinal peristalsis and help restore muscle tension through physical exercise. Healthy and natural childbirth mothers can start getting out of bed on the second day after giving birth, increasing their waking time and activity range daily. You can also do postpartum exercises in bed, such as anal contraction exercises, to exercise the pelvic floor muscles and promote blood flow back to the anus.
The method is to perform a bowel movement, lift the anus upwards, and then relax. Once in the morning and once in the evening, 10-30 times each time. The diet of postpartum women should be reasonably balanced, combining meat and vegetables, and eating some fresh vegetables, fruits and vegetables appropriately. Eat less spicy foods such as chili, pepper, mustard, and especially avoid drinking alcohol. Sesame oil and honey have a moisturizing and laxative effect, and should be consumed in moderation after childbirth. Pay attention to maintaining the habit of regular bowel movements every day. If constipation symptoms are severe, some laxatives can be used.
The above is the introduction of what fruits can be eaten for postpartum women with constipation during the confinement period. During the confinement period, postpartum women should pay attention to reasonable rest, avoid fatigue and intense exercise, and mainly consume light and easily digestible foods in their diet, so that they can absorb sufficient nutrients. At the same time, they should also supplement iron to promote blood production and maintain a happy and joyful mood, which is more conducive to the recovery of the body.
