Herbal Remedies To Get Rid of Constipation

Constipation is a serious health problem of a condition of irregular bowel movements that plagues both children and the adult alike.  It can be extremely painful and lead to bleeding while passing stools though not always, and discomfort in the abdomen. The main causes of constipation are lack of fluid intake, insufficient fiber rich food in diet, no exercises and eating of excessive rich stuff, digestive disorders, irregular meals, stress and many other such factors. Sometimes intake of medicines can also lead to constipation. But this problem can be overcome with herbal ingredients that can prove beneficiary to get rid of constipation.

Some Herbal Remedies:

Eating pattern has to be thoroughly revised. Regular intake of food is required and a proper diet has to be followed in which fruits such as apricot, grapes, pears, guavas, figs, black cherry juice, prunes, oatmeal, should be taken along with green vegetables like spinach and other fiber enriched root vegetables such as carrot, parsnips which can do wonders to constipation. The watchword to keep in mind is having foods that are high on fiber.

Other herbal remedies include using aloe vera gel which can be used as a lubricant, senna, olive oil, honey, corn syrup, buckthorn berries, psyllium seeds and husks, flaxseeds and fenugreek, ginger root, cinnamon, fennel seeds, orange peel, marsh mallow root, hibiscus, kelp, licorice root, and dandelion can be used as natural laxatives. These herbs can be used by powdering the seeds and roots and icluding them in the daily diet or also as herbal teas.

Taking plenty of fluid is must as a well hydrated body can fight constipation. Drinking at least 6-10 glasses of water daily is imperative for a body to function in a healthy way. Fruit juices can be incorporated to the diet which will supply the body with the necessary fluid. Apart from this, a warm glass of milk or a glass of warm water with lemon juice first thing in the morning can help in treating constipation.

Finally, exercise should be done regularly as a sedentary lifestyle can aid in constipation. A daily walk around the park for 30 minutes or some regular exercises at home can go a long way in giving a constipation free easy life.