Reliable guideline for children's health
Childhood constipation is a common issue, and when children suffer from constipation, it not only makes them uncomfortable but also causes a lot of trouble. However, by making some simple adjustments to diet and lifestyle, constipation symptoms can be effectively relieved. Here are some methods that can help prevent and alleviate constipation in children:
Foods | Moderate fiber | High fiber |
Bread | Whole-wheat bread, granola bread, wheat bran muffins, whole-grain waffles, popcorn | |
Cereal | Bran cereals, shredded wheat, oatmeal, granola, oat bran | 100% bran cereal |
Vegetables | Beets, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, carrots, corn, green beans, green peas, acorn and butternut squash, spinach, potato with skin, avocado | |
Fruits | Apples with peel, dates, papayas, mangoes, nectarines, oranges, pears, kiwis, strawberries, applesauce, raspberries, blackberries, raisins | Cooked prunes, dried figs |
Meat substitutes | Peanut butter, nuts | Baked beans, black-eyed peas, garbanzo beans, lima beans, pinto beans, kidney beans, chili with beans, trail mix |
References:
https://www.stanfordchildrens.org/en/topic/default?id=constipation-in-children-90-P01986