subject: The Most Important Constipation Remedies [print this page] The Most Important Constipation Remedies The Most Important Constipation Remedies
Constipation though a very common health condition, it causes major discomfort to the person and is best treated before it turns chronic. The major discomforts of this health condition occurs in the form of infrequent bowel movements , dry hard fecal matter, and bowels not getting completely empty even after repeated bowel movements. A lot of pain, uneasiness and discomfort is experienced by the patient. And in due passage of time, this condition releases toxins in to the blood stream and give rise to chronic disorders.
There are some glaring causes for aggravating constipation. For example, insufficient fluid intake, diet with low fiber content, irregular dietary habits, gorging of junk foods, incomplete or improper chewing of food, weak abdominal muscles, etc. Stress and complete lack of exercise in daily life can also cause constipation.
There are some natural remedies for constipation like drinking sufficient water which eases the bowel movements and help to soften the stools and thereby facilitating easy elimination from the body.
Garlic is rightly termed as the best laxative and has potent curative powers either when consumed raw or when consumed with milk. Fresh fruits like banana, apples, grapes, etc are very effective as they are natural laxatives. Fruit juices also serve the purpose.
Honey when consumed with warm water thrice a day in acute cases, can effectively help relieve and prevent constipation. Barley is advocated as a natural remedy for constipation. Barley should be boiled in water and strained and taken on an hourly basis to relieve constipation.
Cabbage which is a high fiber vegetable is also a natural laxative. Therefore, having half cup of cabbage juice twice a day can achieve wonderful results. Spinach is also famous for its laxative powers and therefore patients suffering from constipation can either have spinach juice or cooked spinach. Having a teaspoon of castor oil twice a day after meals is also a time tested natural remedy for constipation.
