Abstract
Objective: Observe the relationship between intestinal constipation in children and the importance of regular consumption of dietary fiber in its prevention.Methods: This was a review of the literature, a qualitative approach to the data and a descriptive character, where the formulation process was carried out through searches of scientific literature, based on data, having as descriptors: Constipation, food consumption and fibers food. Results: Feeding plays a major role in the prevention and / or treatment of intestinal constipation, which consists of fruits, vegetables and whole grains, which have the adequate supply of fiber, which are the most important nutrients in intestinal constipation. In addition to the fibers, other components such as prebiotics that are found in foods of plant origin play a major role in this pathology, since since the microbiota alteration is also associated with intestinal constipation, a possible disequilibrium of bacteria can affect the intestinal transit and result in constipation. Adequate water intake is also necessary as it helps to eliminate fecal cakes. Final conclusion: Intestinal constipation is a common childhood problem, and inadequate, low-fiber, high-carbohydrate diet is the major cause of this problem, so healthy eating habits are needed to combat this problem.