Constipation in the elderly is mostly caused by the decline of intestinal function and the weakening of excretion mechanism, so it is commonly known as "virtual secret" In view of the "virtual secret" of the elderly, we can't use laxatives to storm, otherwise it will easily hurt the righteousness and suffer from accidents. It is very important to regulate constipation in the elderly, and diet therapy is recommended.

1. Always eat a diet with more dregs, that is, foods with more dietary fiber. Dietary fiber can't be digested and absorbed in the intestine, but it can absorb a lot of water to significantly increase the stool capacity, thus stimulating intestinal peristalsis, pushing feces downward, causing defecation and helping defecation. There are celery, leeks, bean sprouts, bamboo shoots, Chinese cabbage, cabbage, sweet potatoes and so on.

2. Drink plenty of water. The hydrolysis and expansion of dietary fiber need water, and cold boiled water can stimulate colon peristalsis. Drinking a large glass of cold boiled water every day before going to the toilet regularly 10~20 minutes will cause defecation.

3. Eat less spicy food.

4. Try not to eat foods that will cause constipation, such as strong tea and apples, which contain more tannic acid and have astringent effect.

5. You can often eat foods with laxative effects such as honey and bananas.

I hope my advice can help you, and I wish you a speedy recovery!