Constipation & its Remedies

Constipation is a symptom, not a disease. It is a condition in which, the stools of a person becomes hard and dry. The passage of stools is generally in small amounts and less than 3 times in a week. Also, the bowel movement is painful.

What causes constipation?
Some of the common causes of constipation are listed below:

  Low fiber content in the diet

  Low liquid content in the diet

  Lack of exercise

  Change in the normal routine (Example: traveling, pregnancy)

  Ignoring the natural call

  Problems related to colon and rectum

  Irregular timings

  Medications

Remedies to come out from this Conditions.

1. A glass of warm water, mixed with 1-teaspoon honey and half teaspoon lemon juice is an effective remedy. It should be consumed early in the morning before eating anything.
2. A mixture of half teaspoon castor oil and half teaspoon of honey is considered as a good remedy.
3. Drinking one Liter water, early in the morning can cure constipation.
4.  Chew few liquorice (herb) sticks daily.
5. Food containing fiber can cure this condition. From the food, the insoluble fiber pulls water into the stool and makes it easier to pass. Items containing fiber includes beans, vegetables, brown rice, whole wheat etc.
6. Whole wheat bread can show a good improvement.
7. Eating Fenugreek can help as it acts as a laxative and helps in bowel movement.