Overview
The standard American diet can easily lead to chronic constipation. This diet is low in fiber and antioxidants and high in difficult-to-digest additives and refined ingredients. Many people are constipated and they don’t even know it. They may have regular bowel movements, but they are still not flushing their systems thoroughly, which creates intestinal toxicity. Intestinal cleansing is often a top priority in healing numerous chronic health problems. There are several natural herbal remedies and nutritional supplements that can relieve constipation and heal the underlying imbalances.
Natural Remedies
Chinese herbal formulas
Ma zi ren wan and run chang wan are gentle laxatives that are not habit forming.
Aloe vera juice
Reduces inflammation and promotes peristalsis (smooth muscle contraction in the bowel).
Triphala
An Ayurvedic herbal complex that gently eases constipation and removes stagnant waste from the intestines.
Psyllium husk
A high fiber product that alleviates constipation
Flax meal and seed
Excellent high fiber sources for constipation.
Senna leaf
useful for severe constipation.
Source: Kevin S. Doherty, LAc., Dipl.Ac., MSOM
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Constipation Home Remedy Using Ginger Sugar Cane And Lemon Juice
Ingredients: Ginger, Sugar Cane, Lemon Juice
Conditions: Digestive,Constipation
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Constipation Home Remedy Using Psyllium
Ingredients: Psyllium
Conditions: Digestive,Constipation
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Constipation Home Remedy Using Celery
Ingredients: Celery
Conditions: Digestive,Constipation
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Constipation Home Remedy Using Olive Oil And Lemon Juice
Ingredients: Olive Oil, Lemon Juice
Conditions: Nutrition and Metabolism,Constipation
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Constipation Home Remedy Using Blueberries
Ingredients: Blueberries
Conditions: Digestive,Constipation
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