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Nutrition for supporting healthy digestion

Good digestion is essential for overall health and well-being, and proper nutrition plays a critical role in supporting healthy digestion. This is especially important for wheelchair users, who may be at increased risk for digestive issues due to reduced mobility and other factors.

 

The key to supporting healthy digestion through nutrition is to focus on foods that are high in fibre and nutrients and to avoid foods that can cause digestive problems. Here are some tips for incorporating digestive-friendly foods into your diet:

 

  • Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables: Fruits and vegetables are high in fibre and nutrients that support healthy digestion. Aim to eat a variety of colourful fruits and vegetables each day, including leafy greens, berries, citrus fruits, and cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and cauliflower.
  • Choose whole grains: Whole grains like brown rice, quinoa, and whole wheat bread are rich in fibre and other nutrients that support healthy digestion. Avoid refined grains like white bread and pasta, which can cause digestive problems.
  • Incorporate probiotics: Probiotics are beneficial bacteria that help support healthy digestion. You can find probiotics in foods like yoghurt, kefir, sauerkraut, and kimchi, or you can take a probiotic supplement.
  • Stay hydrated: Drinking plenty of water and other fluids is important for supporting healthy digestion. Aim to drink at least 8 cups of water each day, and avoid sugary or caffeinated drinks that can cause digestive problems.
  • Limit processed foods: Processed foods like fast food, frozen dinners, and packaged snacks are often high in fat, sugar, and salt, and can cause digestive problems. Aim to eat whole, unprocessed foods as much as possible.

 

By incorporating these tips into your diet, you can help support healthy digestion and promote overall health and well-being. If you have concerns about your digestive health, talk to your healthcare provider about additional strategies for promoting digestive health through nutrition.