Avoid these foods in winter that cause stomach problems

Winter can disrupt our routine if we're not careful. Winters can affect everything including our diet, drink and exercise, which can cause constipation. The problem of constipation is rising, especially among children, due to junk and processed food consumption. Chronic constipation drains energy and can also cause long-term issues. Thus, it is important that you know what you're eating and keep stomach problems at bay. These are the foods you need to avoid in your winter diet-

Milk and dairy products

Many people throughout the world are lactose intolerant due to a lack of lactase, an enzyme that aids in the digestion of milk and milk products. The most common signs of lactose intolerance are diarrhea and gas, but most young children and adults also have constipation.

Fast food or junk food

Many fast food items such as pizza, ice cream, burgers, chips and biscuits are rich in salt, sugar and fat with little fiber. Fiber is important for digestion and if you don't get enough of it, you might suffer stomach problems. Fast food not only causes constipation but also a slew of other serious conditions like diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and a fatty liver.

Dehydration-causing beverages

During the winter, it might happen that you go an entire day without realizing you haven't consumed any water. Constipation is caused by dehydration, which is a side effect of various drinks, including alcohol and caffeine when consumed frequently or excessively.

Processed  food

Heavily processed cereals and grains such as white bread and rice are low in fiber, causing constipation and adding more calories to your diet.

Unripe bananas

Despite the fact that bananas are particularly good for digestion, eating them raw can make you constipated. High levels of fiber found in well-ripened bananas may help with constipation therapy. On the other side, an unripe banana has a lot of starch, which makes it difficult to digest and leads to constipation.