2024-04-25 18:14:38
8:10 p.m.
Thursday April 25, 2024
Books – Muhammad Amin:
Cantaloupe is considered one of the summer fruits beneficial to human health, due to its high content of various nutrients that the body needs throughout the day.
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However, some people with irritable bowel syndrome question the possibility of including cantaloupe in their daily diet, fearing that it might have negative effects on their health.
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Is cantaloupe safe for patients with irritable bowel syndrome?
On this subject, Dr Bahaa Naji, consultant in therapeutic nutrition, clarified that cantaloupe is not prohibited for patients with irritable bowel syndrome, but on condition that it is consumed in moderation.
Naji added that cantaloupe contains a high percentage of dietary fiber, which provides irritable bowel syndrome patients with great protection once morest constipation and flatulence.
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The clinical nutrition consultant explained that the dietary fiber available in cantaloupe plays a major role in improving intestinal transit and facilitating digestion and excretion processes.
Naji cautioned patients with irritable bowel syndrome once morest excessive consumption of cantaloupe, as eating it in large quantities puts them at risk of diarrhea, due to increased bowel movements.
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He concluded his speech by emphasizing that moderate consumption of cantaloupe ensures that patients with irritable bowel syndrome benefit from its high nutritional value, adding that among its most important benefits are:
– Strengthen the immune system, as it contains high levels of vitamin C, which improves the body’s ability to fight bacteria and viruses.
– Keep the body hydrated, as water constitutes a significant percentage of its total nutritional value, reducing the risk of dehydration.
– Promote eye health, as it is rich in beta-carotene, which the body transforms into vitamin A, known for its effective role in improving the sense of vision and reducing the incidence of macular degeneration.
– Weight loss, thanks to its low calorie content, in addition to the ability of its dietary fibers to keep the stomach full for long hours.
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