DIGESTIVE SYSTEM
The bacteria in the gut alters with age, and constipation, diverticular disease and cancers become more common. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) affects adults of all ages but often begins in early adulthood.
A high-fibre intake (wholegrains, brown pasta and rice, fruit and vegetables) protects against diverticular disease, hiatus hernia and colon cancer and provides relief from constipation (especially when fluid intake and physical activity are also increased).
Keep your intake of red/processed meat down (no more than 60g per day/500g per week).
Avoid lactose (dairy products), gas-producing vegetables (beans and broccoli), fatty foods and alcohol, as these aggravate symptoms.
A high intake of fibre can relieve symptoms for IBS sufferers (often those with mild constipation).
Probiotics may improve the balance of gut bacteria and help ease IBS and also Crohn’s disease.
Tony Gallagher:
Light exercise improves the digestive system functions by reducing stress and anxiety, which contribute to digestive disorders, and protects against bowel symptoms.
Allow two hours after a meal before you exercise.
Ride your bike to reduce heartburn.
Light exercise that increases breathing and heart rate helps to produce more efficient bowel movements. But take care: since most exercise quells appetite and increases metabolic function, some endurance sports can cause upset stomachs/diarrhoea.
Straightening out the abdomen can help combat bloating and cramps. Put your hands behind your back, resting on the hips, and do a slight backbend (hold for 20-30 seconds).
Dr Rutherford:
The national bowel cancer screening service helps pick up people at the early stages of the disease, when it has the highest chance of a cure. Everyone should make use of this simple stool test for blood.
Reduce the amount of red meat in your diet, eat more fruit and veg, stop smoking (it is associated with cancers of the stomach and gullet, mouth and throat) and keep on top of your weight and alcohol intake.
Source: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/health/healthadvice/lifecoach/9074929/Health-advice-how-to-improve-your-diet-fitness-body-and-mind.html
No comments:
Post a Comment