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Those people who suffer from colon problems need to follow a healthy and specific diet, which includes eating certain foods and staying away from others, according to the instructions of the specialist doctor, to avoid exposure to any health complications that may occur.
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In the following lines, “The Consulto” shows a list of the most prominent foods that are prohibited for colon patients at breakfast and suhoor, according to “Medical news today”.
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Foods prohibited for colon patients
1- Legumes
Although beans are among the main dishes in the Ramadan Suhoor meal, they, like other legumes, such as lentils and chickpeas, are among the foods that can expose colon patients to disturbing health damages, given that they contain high levels of protein and fiber, and therefore eating them may Increases bloating and gas.
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2- Dairy products
Alabat products of all kinds are very popular in the holy month of Ramadan, as many people are keen to eat them, due to their multiple health benefits, but they are not recommended for patients with colon, because they contain high levels of fat, and it takes a long period of time to digest them inside the stomach, What constitutes a great burden on the stomach and intestines of infected people, and causes them to suffer from disturbing symptoms such as abdominal pain, constipation and bloating.
The effect of dairy products on Irritable Bowel Syndrome patients does not stop at that point, as they also contain lactose sugar, which the bodies of Irritable Bowel Syndrome patients cannot tolerate, which requires relying on non-dairy products or plant milks.
3- Fried foods
Fried foods, such as potatoes and chicken, contain an extremely high percentage of saturated fats, which cause major disturbances in the digestion process and hinder its normal completion.
In addition to the damage it causes to the health of the heart and blood vessels, such as high harmful cholesterol in the blood.
4- Processed foods
It is known that processed and canned foods contain preservatives and other substances such as flavor and color additives, which are substances that increase the sensitivity of the digestive system, and thus suffer from symptoms including abdominal pain, a feeling of bloating and nausea, and therefore, they are among the foods prohibited for patients with Irritable Bowel Syndrome.
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5- Sugars
Foods and drinks that contain high levels of sugar, such as sweets, juices, and soft drinks, are among the harmful foods for Irritable Bowel Syndrome patients, because they irritate the colon and lead to an exacerbation of its symptoms.
It is also advised for colon patients to stay away from eating spicy foods as well as foods rich in gluten.
