Home Remedies For Constipation

Introduction

Constipation is condition when we feel very hard stools or bowel movements. If the amount of fiber or water in the food is less, then the food moves slowly in the intestines and the large intestine absorbs water from it, due to which it becomes gradually hardened and passing stool is difficult.

Causes

• Foods that are high in fat and sugar and have low fiber.
• Do not take a lot of fluids.
• Liver and stomach disorders
• Staying inactive.
• Do not go to the toilet when you want a bowel movement.

Symptoms:

• Cramps, pain, flatulence or nausea
• Feel like your bones are not empty
• Have to push for bowel movements

Home Remedies for Constipation.

1. Black Salt

Add a pinch of black salt to lukewarm water and drink it on an empty stomach in the morning and stroll for 15 minutes, constipation will be relieved.

2. Salad

Include Bran in your food. Including the salad available according to the season, can help to get rid of constipation and other stomach problems permanently.

3. Flaxseed Seeds

Can be eaten by mixing flaxseed seeds (F) or a handful of flaxseed seeds in the morning with warm water.

4. Raisins

Raisins are rich in fiber and act like natural laxatives. 10-12 - Soak raisins in water overnight and eat on an empty stomach in the morning. Women often complain of constipation during pregnancy, this is a very beneficial remedy for pregnant women.p>

5. Guava

Guava also provides great relief in constipation. Its pulp and seeds contain a fair amount of fiber. The food is digested quickly by its intake and acidity is also relieved, as well as the stomach becomes clean.

6. Lime

Lime and black salt mixed in a glass of lukewarm water, drinking on an empty stomach in the morning also provides relief in constipation.

Precaution:

• Drink at around 10 glasses of water a day. Lukewarm or warm water can help your intestines function smoothly.
• Eat more fiber items like bran cereal, whole grain bread, raw vegetables, fresh or dried fruits, dry fruits and popcorn. Fibers help excrete faeces from the body.
• Cheese, chocolate and eggs etc. should be eaten less as they can increase constipation (Kabj).
• To soften the stool, drink potato juice or apple juice.
• Exercise to help your intestines function properly.
• Walking in constipation is beneficial.
• Go to the toilet when you want to pass a bowel movement.
• Seek advice from your doctor before using an enema.