7 home remedies to relieve constipation naturally
Even though constipation is a subject few people like to talk about, it is a condition that affects us all at one point or another.
POLOKWANE – Causes of constipation can range from unhealthy eating habits, not drinking enough water to stress. With this in mind Review found seven home remedies you take to help relieve the symptoms of constipation.
Pure Olive Oil
A tablespoon of pure olive oil in the morning, take this firs thing in the morning, before you eat anything. You can add a teaspoon of lemon juice but this is optional.
Water
Drink lots of water because constipation is linked to dehydration. You need to make sure you are drinking lots of water. When your body is properly hydrated, less water will be withdrawn from the colon. This will keep your stool soft and easy to pass.
Lemon
The citric acid in lemon juice acts as a stimulant for digestive system and it also helps to flush out toxins. All you need is one fresh lemon and a cup of warm water. Squeeze the lemon into the warm water and drink until finished.
Flaxseed oil
You need a glass of orange juice and add in a tablespoon of flax seed oil. This requires a bit of time to start working but don’t panic if it doesn’t work immediately, there’s no need to take another glass, just give it time.
Aloe vera
Aloe is known for soothing minor cuts and burns, but it also works brilliantly as a solution for relieving constipation. Just mix two tablespoons of the pure aloe vera gel directly from the plant or drink a cup of aloe vera juice. For the pure gel from the plant, mix it with a glass of fruit juice and drink in the morning.
Coffee
This is a natural stimulant and helps with the digestive system. Just make sure that you don’t over do it and have a caffeine overload.
Baking Soda
Because it is bicarbonate of soda, it can diffuse the acid in your stomach and pass food pass easier. All you need is one teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda and half a glass of warm water.
Sources: thehealthyhoney, quickanddirtytips
