Nutritional health is achieved through the therapeutic use of whole foods, safe culinary preparation, and understanding the metabolic impacts of specific dietary frameworks and ingredients.
Drinking green tea does interfere with nutrient absorption. Anti-oxidants such as polyphenols in green tea can bind iron, inhibiting its intestinal absorption. You may also have trouble absorbing vitamin B12.
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There is some debate regarding the role of soy protein in constipation. Soy protein is being researched for beneficial effects on cardiovascular health, insulin resistance and carbohydrate and lipid metabolism. Large doses of soy protein can cause constipation or make it worse in some people.
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High fiber foods can help with most digestive problems, including constipation. Fiber acts as a stool normalizer. It adds bulk and adds water to soften the stool, making it easier to pass through the colon. See your health care provider If you experience constipation.
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