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Why does cheese make you constipated?

Updated: 10/6/2023
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12y ago

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  • Apparently cottage cheese does cause constipation. Considering it is some type of cheese, there's no doubt that it does. I have been eating it a lot the last 3 weeks for the protein factor, and everytime I try to have a bowel movement, it takes roughly 30 minutes for me to push it all out because its so hard. So if you have been eating a lot of cottage cheese, my advice would be to cut back considering you'll probably get constipated and have some serious troubles with your bowel movements.
  • It is a myth that cheese causes constipation. (Okay, maybe there would be some truth to it if cheese made up one's entire intake). Overall, if there is not enough fibre and water in the diet, constipation will be the result. Usually, constipation can be alleviated by drinking more water, eating vegetables, fruit and cereal products high in fibre daily and being physically active. Legumes (beans, pulses) are a good source of both fibre and protein. Gradually incorporate these things into your daily routine and you will be as regular as clockwork!
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14y ago

It might but not in anyone I've ever met. It seems anecdotal and may be related to the high cost of cheese. That is, don't eat so much of that (expensive) cheese because it will make you constipated and no one likes to be constipated.

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12y ago

Yes. If you eat to much you can have to cheese block ur area.

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Yes it can in excessive amounts, (amounts vary with individual metabolisms). The main providers of constipation from food products are:

  • Cheeses
  • Breads
  • Pastas
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12y ago

because its a dairy product with peptides in it.

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12y ago

it can yes, cause it has been known to slow down gastrointestinal motility, or the speed at which your GI tract moves.

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12y ago

Yes,cheese can make a dog constipated.(imprettysure) Just a little gassy and stuff like that. Kind of like what it does to humans...

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11y ago

No. It doesn't make you constipated. Some people I know put Salt & Pepper in theirs. But No, cottage cheese is healthy for you!! Thanks!!

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10y ago

Yes, cheese can cause constipation in some people.

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8y ago

Depends on your system and how much you eat.

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