Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition

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Diets for Constipation

  • Bae, Sun Hwan (Department of Pediatrics, Konkuk University School of Medicine)
  • Received : 2014.12.13
  • Accepted : 2014.12.18
  • Published : 2014.12.30
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Abstract

Chronic constipation is a very common disease in children. Successful treatment of constipation can be achieved not only with medication but also with lifestyle changes, including a proper diet. Diets including fruits, fluids, and probiotics are good for constipation. Some dietary components are helpful for constipation, and some are harmful. In this study, we present diets related to constipation from the literature, and propose some perspectives regarding diets related to constipation.

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