How to treat infant constipation with dietary therapy
Disease description:
My baby has been suffering from severe constipation recently, with dry and hard stools. How can I treat constipation in toddlers through dietary therapy?
The dietary treatments for infant constipation mainly include:
1. Increase dietary fiber: Eat more vegetables and fruits rich in crude fiber, such as celery, radish, and bananas, which help promote intestinal motility and soften stools.
2. Supplement with fluids: Encourage infants to drink more water, especially a glass of warm water on an empty stomach after waking up in the morning, which helps relieve constipation.
3. Consume foods that lubricate the intestines: Such as dragon fruit, sweet potatoes, and spinach, which have the effect of moistening the intestines and relieving constipation.
4. Balanced diet: Ensure a proper combination of vegetables, fruits, milk, eggs, and other foods to avoid excessively greasy or overly nutritious diets.
5. Avoid medication: Try not to give babies medicine to prevent adverse effects on intestinal function.