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Signs and Symptoms of Constipation
Constipation is the term given to a condition in which bowel movements happen less frequently than is normal for a particular individual, or the stool is small, hard, and difficult or painful to pass.In addition to infrequent bowel movements, other symptoms of constipation include bad breath, loss of appetite, headaches and dizziness, constant fullness in the abdomen and pain in the lower back, and diarrhea alternating with constipation.
Constipation is often the main cause for many other illnesses and diseases in humans, since the waste products from our bodily functions are retained for longer than what nature intended. As a result, toxins are absorbed back into the system, leading to a number of ailments.
Causes of Constipation
One of the primary causes of constipation is a bad diet. For example, consuming foods which are low in essential vitamins and minerals, not drinking enough water during the day, and drinking excessive amounts of coffee or tea commonly leads to improper bowel movements.As we age, our bodies produce less and start to lag behind in the manufacture of digestive acids such as hydrochloric acid, pepsin, and digestive enzymes. This natural slow-down is also a leading cause of constipation. A proper diet and regular exercise can help reduce the chances of chronic constipation.
Home Remedies and Natural Cures for Constipation Treatment
Constipation Home Remedy Using Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple Cider Vinegar assists our body in
performing natural bowel movements since it contains significant amounts of pectin, which is a
water soluble fiber that helps to improve digestion by normalizing the acid levels in the stomach.
For an effective treatment of constipation, add 2 tablespoons of Apple Cider Vinegar into an 8 oz glass of water, and drink this mixture three times a day. The Apple Cider Vinegar can also be mixed with apple juice or grape juice to make it more palatable.
For an effective treatment of constipation, add 2 tablespoons of Apple Cider Vinegar into an 8 oz glass of water, and drink this mixture three times a day. The Apple Cider Vinegar can also be mixed with apple juice or grape juice to make it more palatable.
More Constipation Home Remedies and Treatments
Reader Comments
Posted by Jessica on Oct 27 2009 20:37:25
Any safe suggestions that I can try on my 2 year daughter? She had a little 24 hour bug 2 weeks ago and since then she has been having a lot of trouble going to the bathroom, she tells me everyday her tummy hurts...and she can't go!! She is going thru the "I hate veggies" phase....any suggestions are welcome!! Thanks a million!!
Posted by au khan on Oct 26 2009 23:49:34
HI, i was one of the sufferer from severe constipation,100%
treatment of constipation is \\"eat at least of 150 gm ladies finger sabzi along with wheat roti in dinner\\" and see the wonders next morning,
Posted by josephine on Oct 14 2009 13:18:36
Soak 2-3prunes in a glass of water overnight.Consume the prunes and water first thing the next morning i.e. on an empty stomach.Works wonders for me,give it a try.
Posted by Anonymous on Sep 19 2009 11:16:06
Try 3 BALLERINA TEA works wonders.You can get it at any chinese stores
Posted by sandra on Sep 11 2009 13:19:14
my 2 year old has a hard time going her stools are so big it even bleeds when she goes it looks like her insides are comeing out please help me i tryed so much she wont even eat anymore seen so much doctors and they cant help me
Posted by peggy on Sep 11 2009 00:01:42
Hi,
Just like to share with you a natural fruit juice that works
very good for me,without all the cramping that a lot of
those medical laxatives do.That is prune juice.you take it
depending on how bad your constipation is.a 1/2 cup may be
o.k. for some people,but i've taken more.too much I found
will send you running for quite a while.don't plan an out-
ing or anything until your ordeal of running to the bath
room a few time's over.I do believe before you eat anything is better,since i've tried this stuff at different times.also
i try to drink a little soda behind this stuff to chase it down.on second thought you might want to start with 1/4 cup
or less that is, if you are mildly constipated.this stuff gets the job done with me.
it does have a lot of potassium.you might want to try the
dried prunes.I don't know how many you would have to eat,
because everyone is different with this problem of consta-
pation.when i was a girl growing up,my aunt gave me caster
oil that stuff would make you sick.it did however work.
I would not give that castor oil to nobody.
Posted by shadyp on Aug 13 2009 14:28:28
I have tried the following:
flax oil-ok when used daily
hot water 1st thing in the morning-works sometimes
physillium husk in the form of fibrogel-not very good
1 glass prune juice-works but stay at home until 'empty'
movicol-very good but is a laxative and its better to not use laxa tives as this will weaken ur bowels more.
jordans wheat bran or wheat germ-1 tablespoon in ur cereal gives extra fibre.aim for 20g of fibre per day with 2L water.
Posted by Dot on Jul 31 2009 11:26:52
I was taking miralax every other day and I started ACV for arthritic pain. After a week I noticed I was not needing the miralax and realized its the vinegar. Much cheaper and I feel better using vinegar rather than chemical. Now Im going to try three times a day and see if it helps me lose a few pounds. Pain in legs definatly a thing of the past. Dr.s need to start telling people about this.
Posted by Lynn on Jul 07 2009 00:18:51
This is a great site. I wished I had found it before I gained 15 pounds from chronic constipation, high blood pressure and high cholesterol.
Posted by NoBrothers on Jun 24 2009 02:15:46
Here's a good one too: Every morning take 2 Omega 3,6,9 FishOil Capsules (not to worry, no taste) and this will keep you regular. But if you can tolerate drinking Cod Liver Oil (lemmon flavored a must) then that works great too. I liked the suggestion of olive oil mixed with oj. But I need to check and see if that's ok otherwise, like cholesterol, etc. probably is. Cod Liver Oil or Fish Oil Caps keep you pretty reg, but may not work "immediately"; may take overnight for results. Taken everyday though, should keep you on a regular schedule...
Posted by T rynise on Jun 23 2009 05:33:12
Four ounces of orange juice and two ounces of olive oil mix well works very quickly
Posted by Dawn on Jun 09 2009 19:41:44
I'm so going to try this.
Thanks!
Posted by Nancy on May 28 2009 22:45:54
I have found that triphala works wonders. I take a product called CleaseMore. It will give guaranteed results within 24 hours...the safe way...no harsh chemicals and nothing acidic.
Posted by lorraine on May 26 2009 13:09:50
Constipation remedy:Use ground flax seed(approximately 2 tablespoons per day). Mix it with your favourite cereal, sprinkle it over a salad, mix it in your favourite juice or in yogurt.search the web for more benefits and how to use it. Use it daily for best results.Keep it refigerated.
Posted by dulcie on May 16 2009 00:56:00
flax seed oil or capsules are often very effective in relieving constipation. this remedy is also safe for young children. I have opened the capsules and put them in choc milk or etc.
Posted by Nancy on May 15 2009 21:34:55
Magnesium tablets will work.You can buy them anywhere try 1 and work up until you get relief. Nothing works better.
Posted by fairy on May 07 2009 23:48:02
best advice. do not take banana after 4 pm in the afternoon. Also drink warm milk ( warm enough ) before going to bed. This will help a lot
Posted by Hilda Simmons on Apr 25 2009 16:29:22
My constipation is caused because the perastalic motion in my intestines is so weak. Diagnosed as chronic slow bowel syndrome. I never have the urge to go. I've tried lots of water, raw fruits and vegetables (gained 20 lbs on so much fruit) and still had a hard time going. Has anyone else on this site dealt with that problem or diagnosis? Thanks so much.
Hilda
Posted by Tim on Apr 20 2009 02:53:58
Class... can we sya Karo Syrup? That does it almost every time... and kids love to drink that stuff. If that doesn\\'t work things loose... try Fletchers root beer flavored laxitive... talk about gone in 60 seconds!
Posted by Maw on Mar 15 2009 12:21:19
I give my 4 year old apple juice all day long when he is Constipated it works by the afternoon every time :)
Posted by kevin on Feb 03 2009 06:18:51
i have a 5 year old son who is bloked up all the time medicen from the doctor not working
nearly at my tether
someone plz help
Posted by Angie on Dec 15 2008 01:50:51
My five year old was terribly constipated, I tried different juices and even adding spinach juice to mashed potatoes, these were slow to work, but then I tried a few celery leaves in his potatoes and the next day his movement were easier and better.
Posted by Axel on Dec 05 2008 16:49:47
ugh, thank you, I'm always so stressed out which can leave me constipated every month or two.
Posted by Inge Sellers on Dec 03 2008 13:16:26
Thank you I will try this I'm starving my self because my blood pressure is sooo high and I stay constipation.
Posted by Miriam on Nov 17 2008 13:55:54
I haven't used this one yet but many others from this site and they all have worked in particular the oil of oregano. Thank you soo much!
Posted by Letty on Oct. 30, 2008 19:10 on Oct 30 2008 07:11:48
Am pretty sure I will try the apple cider vinegar. Big help though. Very much appreciated. Thank you.
Posted by Thomas P. on Oct 13 2008 16:13:10
Was planning on giving this a try for heartburn and acid reflux.Although that remedy calls for less ACV,I will go all out.Will post again and tell how it worked.
Posted by Dreda on Oct 13 2008 13:06:13
I will definitely try this remedy. Thanks for the info!
Posted by Marie on Aug 07 2008 14:30:58
It worked in two hours.
Posted by Freddy on Jul 28 2008 15:53:04
Use also two tea spoons of Psyllium Husk every morning mixed with your favorite juice to increase your bowel movent and to reduce your cholesterol from your system
Posted by Diane on Jul 21 2008 11:57:45
lots of very useful information here ... Thank you!
Posted by John on Mar 06 2007 20:28:06
Very nice site!