A belly button hernia is also known as an umbilical hernia and occurs when the abdominal lining or part of the intestines protrudes through the area around the belly button. Intestines and other abdominal tissues that protrude may become strangulated and lose their blood supply. This is a medical emergency that requires surgery. In order to prevent complications from a belly button hernia, you should avoid certain foods.
White Refined Flour
If you have a belly button hernia, you should avoid eating foods made from white refined flour. Instead, eat high-fiber foods such as whole wheat flour, wheat germ, oatmeal and bran in order to prevent constipation. Refined white flour contains no fiber, which may worsen constipation. Constipation causes straining during bowel movements, which may cause further protrusion of the intestines through the area around the belly button.
Fruits and Vegetables Without Fiber
If you have a belly button hernia, you should avoid eating fruits and vegetables without fiber because they worsen constipation, according to Drugs.com. Examples of fruits and vegetables without fiber include canned or cooked fruits, raw fruits without skin and canned and well-cooked vegetables without seeds, hulls or skins. Instead, eat raw fruits with skin, raw vegetables, beans and cooked vegetables containing seeds.
Fatty Foods
Obesity increases the risk of a belly button hernia, according to MedlinePlus, due to increased abdominal pressure. if you have a belly button hernia, you should lose weight and avoid fatty foods that can lead to obesity. Examples of fatty foods include whole milk, butter, cheese, fried foods, fatty meat, doughnuts, margarine and cream.
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