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Home Remedies For Constipation

Constipation is when you have trouble having bowel movements. Your stools may be very hard, making them so difficult to pass that you have to strain. Or you may feel like you still need to have a bowel movement even after you've had one.

Constipation is caused by improper dietary habits, eating excessive non vegetarian, fried, fast foods, insufficient intake of water, indigestion of food products and results in hard and dry stool

  • Ripe bael fruit is regarded as best of all laxatives. It cleans and tones up the intestines. It should not be taken at a stretch. It is very effective home remedy for constipation.
  • Drink a glass of warm milk before going to bed. In case of severe constipation mix two teaspoons of castor oil in the milk.
  • Drinking lemon juice mixed with warm water two to three times a day eases constipation.
  • One or two teaspoons of aloe gel can be taken twice a day.
  • In case of constipation in children, a suppositary made of the stalk of betel leaf dipped in castor oil can be introduced in the rectum. This instantly relieves constipation.
  • Try one teaspoon of corn syrup added to 8oz of water to cure constipation.
  • Add a little extra sugar or some honey to a glass of milk and drink it twice a day. It is also a good remedy for constipation.
  • Soak one date (seed removed) overnight in half a cup of water. In the morning mash the date with water and remove the pulp. Take one teaspoon of this water three or four times a day.
  • Soak 50 grams of cassia pulp in water overnight take with 25 grams of water in the morning. It is another important home remedy for constipation.
  • Drink a solution of 1/2 tsp honey in 1/2 cup warm water 2-3 times a day to cure constipation.
  • Mix 1/2 cup olive oil with 1/2 cup orange juice and drink to cure constipation.
  • Drink one liter of warm water and walk around for a few minutes early morning.
  • Take 3 tsp of psyllium husk (Sat Isabgol) in milk or warm water at bed time. It is also good for constipation relief.
  • Add plenty of fruits, vegetables and salads in your diet. Chew food thoroughly and eat only when hungry.
  • Regular physical exercise is also important for maintaining proper bowel movements.

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