2007-02-24 02:53:16 · 5 answers · asked by Nick K 2 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
in some people
2007-02-24 02:57:03 · answer #1 · answered by newheartin03 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No they dont they have fiber actually its vice versa!
Constipation is the most common gastrointestinal complaint and about 2 million Americans visit physicians for relief each year. Scientists maintain that lack of fiber in one's diet as well as childbearing may cause constipation.
When food moves through the small intestine into the large intestine, it absorbs large amounts of water and if there is not enough water, the waste becomes dry and difficult to excrete.
What are the other causes of constipation?
Constipation is the most common complaints in children and is associated with poor diet such as inadequate fluids intake, poor fiber and an excessive intake of constipating foods like milk, cheese or bananas. Here are several other causes of constipation:
Problems with the colon - growths or tumors in the colon area may narrow the bowels and thus constrict bowel movement.
Poor fluid intake, especially WATER
Poor fiber in the diet
Excessive intake of cow milk
Early intake of cow milk
Overuse of laxatives
Pregnancy
Medications
Change in diet
Lack of exercise
Travel
Underlying sickness
Constipation is not a disease, it is a symptom and it may (though rare) represent serious nervous and endocrine illnesses such as:
Stroke
Thyroid disease
Spinal cord injuries
Multiple sclerosis
Bulimia nevorsa
Butilism food poisoning
Depression
Intestinal obstruction
Obstipation (Severe constipation caused by intestinal obstruction)
Typhoid fever
Gastrointestinal reflux
Medication responsible for constipation
Also, certain medications that contain antacids like aluminum may cause gastrointestinal disorders. Here are a few medication types that may cause constipation:
Calcium supplements
Antidepressants
Blood pressure medication
Painkillers
Tranquilizers
A proper diet is a special treatment for bowel malfunctions or constipation. However, some kids may ignore the urge to have a bowel movement.
2007-02-24 10:57:45 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
HaHa! This just reminded me of an old poster with a chimp sitting on a toilet while eating a banana...with the caption "Going Bananas"!
2007-02-24 10:57:23 · answer #3 · answered by bradxschuman 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
where are you putting the bananas?
they could be
2007-02-24 10:59:55 · answer #4 · answered by brian g 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, but they do help with diarhea by replacing lost minerals in your body.
2007-02-24 11:01:45 · answer #5 · answered by F T 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋