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How to Cope with Incontinence
What You Need to Know About Incontinence to Live Life Fully Help yourself to a better, more rewarding lifestyle. For many people, behavior modification is the treatment of choice because it is the most natural. |
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For most adults it is simply a matter of adopting new and highly beneficial habits that can enhance the quality of life. Adults who remain physically active look better and feel better and are more aware of their bodies. They notice small changes in their physical ability to perform certain functions. They also notice physical reactions to foods and drugs. Physical activity also helps you maintain your proper weight. This is a major benefit, because excess weight increases pressure on the excretory organs and can contribute to incontinence. A regimen of physical activity in combination with good dietary habits contributes to normal voiding patterns. Drinking the recommended amount of water (at least 8 full glasses per day) and eating sufficient dietary fiber will keep your bodily systems in good working order and will prevent constipation, a major cause of incontinence. Caffeine in all its forms acts as a diuretic. A significant reduction in your consumption of coffee, tea, soda and chocolate will eliminate a potential cause of overflow incontinence, and it will reduce your intake of fat, salt and sugar. This will improve your overall health and well-being. Try special exercises to deal with stress incontinence. An American gynecologist developed a set of exercises to strengthen the muscles weakened by childbirth. These "Kegel" exercises are designed specifically to strengthen the muscle that controls the flow of urine. Ask your physician about Kegel exercises and how to perform them. These simple exercises can help you restore the muscle strength needed to regain control of your urination process. |
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