Adding this bean to your diet could help make your bathroom trips more comfortable.
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Pooping is an essential part of digestive health.
And trouble going comfortably only becomes more prevalent with age.Dealing with constipation can be painful and frustrating.
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you’re free to help reduce symptoms of constipation by making a few tweaks to your diet.
Ready to make going No.
2 a more pleasant experience?
We spoke with two registered dietitians who explained why navy beans are the best beans to help you poop.
Recall having a smooth toilet trip after eating baked beans?
This could be why!
Soluble fiber helps with bowel movement by absorbing water, swelling to a gel-like form that softens the stools.
She adds, Having both of these fibers [also] helps support healthy cholesterol and blood pressure levels.
Supports Gut Health
Navy beans high fiber content also contributes to a healthier gut microbiome.
Magnesium has been shown to help relieve occasional constipation by drawing water into the colon to keep things moving.
It also helps relax intestinal muscles, making it easier for waste to pass through.
you might also think outside the soup pot.
Here are additional strategies to help keep things moving:
Eat a variety of high-fiber foods.
Navy beans are just one of many fiber-containing foods.
Drink plenty of fluids.
Generally speaking, women need 91 ounces and men need 125 ounces of fluids daily.
Having trouble remembering to drink water?
Stay active.Staying physically activecan help relieve constipation by strengthening intestinal muscles and helping move food faster through the gut.
Aim to get at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week.
Certain medications, supplements and health conditions can cause or worsen constipation.
If youre concerned about your bowel habits, its important to talk with your health care provider.
They can review your medical history and make changes to your care plan as needed.
Need more meal and snack ideas for a smoother bathroom experience?
Check out our3-Day Meal Plan to Help You Poop.
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases.Definition & Facts for Constipation.
U.S. Department of Agriculture.Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020-2025: Make Every Bite Count With theDietary Guidelines.
U.S. Department of Agriculture.
FoodData Central.Beans, navy, mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt.
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases.Eating, Diet & Nutrition for Constipation.
Office of Disease Prevention and Health Services of U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans.
