Are you looking for a a constipation remedy that instantly cures your discomfort? Don’t be like most people who run to the drugstore for some ‘over the counter’ (otc) pill to pop. If you want to end your discomfort you will be disappointed to find that the pill you are taking might temporarily stop your constipation but also will leave a new set of problems. Sadly the constipation remedy you looked for to stop your suffering just sent you on a journey of more suffering.
Over the Pharmacy Counter Constipation Remedies
OTC stool softeners previously had the cancer causing ingredient phenolphthalein. Even with that ingredient removed this constipation remedy still has the miserable side effects of:
- Stomach cramps
- Abdominal cramps
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Upset stomach
- Throat irritation (if you take the liquid form)
If you don’t like those side effects then lets look at laxatives as a constipation remedy: Major side effects include: Paralysis, difficulty breathing, gastrointestinal blockage and irregular heartbeats.
The minor side effects for this constipation remedy are:
- Skin irritation (rectal area)
- Belching
- Cramping
- Diarrhea
- Gas
- Nausea
With continued use your body can become addicted to the laxative and begin to need laxatives to irritate your colon into having a bowel movement.
Over the Grocery Counter Constipation Remedies:
It is so important to have a bowel movement daily. The colon is a holding tank for waste matter that you don’t want to stay in your body for over 18-24 hours. You can develop a highly toxic gut if you don’t use a constipation remedy quickly. You don’t have to cause your body distress and have other miserable side effects from OTC drugs.
If you believe that there has to be a better less miserable way to quickly treat your constipation without dangerous side effects you are right. Now you just need to prepare yourself to think out of the box that Big Pharma has taught you there is and remember your grandma‘s advice.
- Prunes are the classic constipation remedy. There’s a reason it’s often the first thought of constipation remedy when it comes to food. Prunes are notorious for preventing constipation and also for being a constipation remedy. Prunes provide bulk to the stool and decrease transit time. The fiber in prunes provides an excellent food source for good bacteria in your large intestine. Other similar constipation remedies are figs and raisins.
- Aloe Vera has a healing and cleansing effect on the digestive track, and aids in forming soft stools. For a constipation remedy take ½ cup in the morning and ½ cup at night.
- Water can be used as prevention by sipping slowly throughout the day for maximum hydration.
- Water can also be a quick constipation remedy by drinking a large cup of water every ten minutes for ½ an hour. After 3 large cups of water your stool should loosen up.
Over the Health Food Counter Constipation Remedies
- Flaxseed oil or freshly ground flaxseeds are used as a constipation remedy by helping to soften stools.
- Fresh flaxseed can be sprinkled over salads, cereal or blending into smoothie.
- Psyllium seed is a commonly seen constipation remedy.
- It is helpful to treat constipation and should be taken with a full glass of water.
- Milk Thistle is another commonly used of the constipation remedies.
- It not only helps as a stool softener, but it also aids liver function.
- Pectin Supplements are used in place of certain fruits and veggies that are high in pectin.
- Some of these include: apples, carrots, beets, bananas, citrus, cabbage, okra and dried peas.
To prevent further interventions by constipation remedies remember these little tips to help keep from future discomfort:
- Exercise to speed the movement of waste through your intestines.
- Sit down, relax and read a book while on your throne at a designated time each day. Try to make it ½ hour after breakfast to have a better start to your day.
- Avoid fatty foods
- Increase fruits and vegetables
- Avoid dehydrating things and when you do have them make sure to drink water afterwards
Most importantly remember to think outside the box when it comes to constipation remedies and find the one that works for you without suffering from the side effects of laxatives or stool softeners.