50 Natural Home Remedies for Constipation - Instant Relief - Part 3
31. Epsom salt
It is an effective home remedy to cure
constipation as the salt draws water from its surroundings, softens stool and
makes it easier to pass. Epsom salt contains magnesium which promotes
contraction of the bowel muscles and makes passing easier.
Table salt can be helpful in terms of
drawing water out, but it doesn’t contain magnesium that Epsom has, therefore
try to use Epsom salt if possible.
Mix 2 teaspoon of Epsom
salt with a cup of fruit juice or water.
Stir well and drink it. Take one more dose, if there is no sign of bowel
movement within 3-4 hours.
For Children:
Use only ½ teaspoon for children.
32. Amla Powder
Indian gooseberries are known as gentle
laxative and rich source of fibers; hence it helps in digestion related
problems and cures constipation.
Consume a teaspoon of organic amla
powder along with glass of lukewarm water before your breakfast in the morning
and/or before going to bed at night. It will improve digestion and helps in
reducing constipation.
33. Raisins
Soak 5-6 raisins in cup of water
overnight and consume them the next morning on an empty stomach and drink the
water. You can also eat grapes to avoid indigestion and constipation. Raisins
have high amount of fiber as well as they also works as laxatives. Raisins are
also useful during pregnancy because they don’t have any side effects.
34. Castor Oil
Castor oil is one of the most effective
home remedy for constipation in adults. Add 1 teaspoon of castor oil to glass
of warm milk and drink this mixture before going to bed at night.
Alternatively, simply consume 1-2
teaspoon of castor oil in the morning on an empty stomach, followed by plenty
of water.
35. Coffee
Coffee contains caffeine, which is
known as a natural stimulant for the digestive system. Hence, sipping a cup of
coffee daily gives you relief from chronic constipation.
36. Guava
Guava seeds are very fast and effective
in healing constipation as they have high amount of fiber. Cut guava and
sprinkle some Epsom salt on it, eat 2-3 guavas a day to get rid of
constipation.
37. Spinach
This is one of the greatest home
remedies for constipation and other stomach problems as it helps in clean-up
the intestinal passage naturally. Take cup of fresh spinach juice and add half
cup of water to it. Then add some salt and cayenne pepper to this juice and
drink it. Follow this remedy at least 2 times a day. You can also eat boiled or
steamed spinach twice a day.
38. Cabbage
Cabbage is rich source of fiber, and
hence helps in cleaning the intestine. Include cabbage in your regular diet.
Take cup of fresh cabbage juice and add
1 tablespoon of lemon juice to it. Drink it to get rid of constipation. Do this
once or twice a day.
39. Isabgol
Soak 1 tablespoon of isabgol (Psyllium
husk) in warm water for 1-2 hours and drink it. Psyllium seeds are very
effective in treating constipation.
40. Dandelion Tea
Drinking dandelion tea will keep you
away from the constipation and other stomach problems. Dandelion is known as an
excellent detoxifying agent and laxative in nature and, and hence, gives you
relief from constipation.
41. Beans
Include beans in your diet such as
garbanzo beans, black beans, navy beans, red beans and lima beans are a good
source of fibers and gives relief in constipation. But, to prevent gassiness,
cook the beans properly.
42. Bael Fruit
Bael fruit is one of the best remedy
that cures constipation naturally as it works as excellent laxative and cleans
up the intestine totally. Adult may consume 50 grams of bael fruit to get rid
of constipation and indigestion.
43. Papaya
Papaya is also acknowledged as natural
laxative, and hence, helps in constipation.
44. Pear
Eat 1-2 pears daily to get relief from
constipation and indigestion problems.
45. Linseed
Consume 1 teaspoon of crushed linseed
along with warm water 30 minutes before having meals. Linseed will reduce
constipation naturally.
46. Coconut
Coconut is approved as highly laxative.
Drink coconut water or coconut milk to cure constipation. Use pure coconut oil
in your cooking as it also works wonder for constipation.
47. Brown Rice
Brown rice is rich in fiber, and hence
helps in draw large amounts of water, makes the stool easier and softer, and
allows it to move smoothly through the body.
48. Dates
Dates are rich in fiber and are very
effective in constipation treatment. Eat 203 dates with a glass of cold milk to
get rid of constipation.
49. Senna
Senna is highly laxative and is one of
the best home remedies to relieve constipation. But, it should be used in
limited amount as it can cause cramping.
50. Homemade Herbal
Mixture
Mix together 1 teaspoon of flaxseeds, 1
teaspoon of sunflower seeds, half 1 teaspoon of sesame seeds, and 2-3 almonds.
Grind them all into a fine powder. Consume tablespoon of this mixture twice a
day will give you relief from constipation.
Foods to avoid
Products made of white flour, Rice,
bread, Pulses, Cakes, Pastries, Biscuits, Cheese, Fleshy foods, Preserves,
White sugar, Hard-boiled eggs etc
