Diet Chart For Fissure

An anal fissure can be a source of intense discomfort and pain. The treatment of these fissures centers around a balanced diet that promotes a healthy digestive tract. Generally, foods that cause constipation are low in fiber and high in fat. There are two types of fiber: soluble and insoluble. Fiber is found in fruits, vegetables, and grains; it is the part of food that the human body cannot digest. Insoluble fiber, found mainly in plant leaves, peels, skins, and the coverings of whole grains, passes through the intestines in close to its original form, helping to make stools easier to pass.

The dieticians recommends 25 to 30 g of fiber daily. To increase your fiber intake, you should choose whole grains over refined grains, whole fruits and vegetables instead of juice, brown rice over white rice and replace meat with legumes. Foods that are likely to cause constipation include high fat snacks like potato chips and doughnuts, cheese products such as pizza, and marbled meats and fried products. You should also avoid foods that have gone through a lot of processing, including frozen meals and packaged foods, as they can also cause constipation. If pain continues, a physician may recommend using a range of pain medications locally, or a botulism toxin injection to paralyze the muscles in the anus. Chronic fissures may require surgery.

Do's:

1. Drink lots of fluids to avoid constipation.
2. Exercise regularly. In pregnancy, exercise under appropriate guidance and supervision.
3. Lose weight, if overweight.
4. Don't end up with heavy meals.

Don'ts:

1. Aloe Vera: Aloe vera is one of the oldest and well-researched natural laxatives there is. Sometimes called aloe “latex,” this substance comes packed with enzymes, vitamins, minerals and electrolytes that help heal the gut.
2. Chia Seeds: Chia seeds combined with liquid form a gelatinous substance that easily moves through your intestines. As a great way to increase the fiber in your diet, chia seeds swell and expand in the digestive tract, absorbing water.
3. Flaxseeds: Flaxseeds are an excellent source of fiber, which adds bulk to your stool and helps it pass through your intestines.As an added bonus, flaxseeds work to treat both constipation and diarrhea!
4. Leafy Green Veggies: Green veggies have magnesium and increasing magnesium-rich foods results in your stools becoming too loose and watery, you can adjust your intake until its comfortable and back to normal.
5. Probiotic Foods: Probiotics are “good bacteria” in your gut that are able to balance various types of “bad bacteria.” They help create a healthy environment in your gut “micoflora” and can help keep you free of digestive problems, including constipation or diarrhea
6. High-Fiber Fruit: Apple, pears, figs, prunes, dates helps relieve constipation while also making you feel comfortably full.