1. Olive Oil
Pure olive oil is more than just a healthy and tasty fat; it can
also help relieve constipation.
You will need…
-1 tablespoon of olive
oil
-1 teaspoon of lemon juice (optional)
Directions
In the morning consume
one tablespoon of olive oil. It works best on an empty stomach, so have it
before you eat anything else.
2. Lemon Juice
Mixing the juice with water not only lessens the intensity of the
lemon flavor, but helps get you the fluids you need to get everything moving
normally again.
You will need…
-1 fresh lemon
-1 cup of warm water
Directions
Squeeze the juice of 1 lemon into 1 cup of warm water. Drink or
sip until finished completely.
3. Fibre
Fiber is material that cannot be digested, and it acts like a
sponge. It draws water from its surroundings, making it swell, which softens
stool and adds bulk to it, which in turn helps it pass. Like coffee, some kinds
of fiber (like beans) can contribute to constipation, so always drink plenty of
water. Some good fiber-filled foods include-
-Beans
-Apricots
-Whole grain bread
-Berries
-Broccoli
-Plums, pears, and apples
-nuts
-Potatoes (skip the fries though)
4. Flaxative
Flaxseed oil is a pretty simple home remedy for constipation,since
oranges have a good amount of fiber in them (make sure to get orange juice with
pulp, which is what has most of the fiber.)
You will need…
-1 glass of orange juice with pulp (8 oz.)
-1 tablespoon of flaxseed oil
Directions
Mix 1 tablespoon of flaxseed oil with 1 glass of orange juice.
Drink as needed, but give it time (up to 5 hours) to start working so you don’t
overdo it.
5. Aloe Vera Juice
It’s best to use pure aloe Vera gel from the plant. The gel
straight from the plant is more concentrated than commercial aloe juice so
don’t use more than 2 tablespoons. If you don’t have an aloe plant, than
drinking aloe juice can accomplish similar results.
You will need…
-2 tablespoons of pure aloe gel or 1 cup of aloe Vera juice
Directions
Mix two tablespoons of pure gel with fruit juice and drink in the
morning, OR drink one cup of aloe Vera juice as needed.
6. Prunes
Perhaps one of the most classic cures for constipation is prunes
or prunes juice. The fruit works as a natural laxative because it has high
amounts of fiber.
You will need…
-2 glasses of prune juice (8oz)
Directions
Drink one glass of prune juice in the morning and one at night to
relieve constipation. It should start working within a few hours, so it’s important
to let one glass pass through your intestines before attempting to drink
another-or else you risk diarrhea. You can also eat several prunes instead of
drinking the juice if you prefer.
7. Dandelion
Dandelions are a terribly annoying weed, The constituents of
dandelions make it a gentle laxative as well as an effective detoxifier, and a
cup of dandelion tea will be enormously beneficial to those who are suffering
from constipation due to inactiveness or the consumption of a lot of processed
foods (although drinking it does not mean you don’t need to exercise or eat
healthy!)
You will need…
-1-2 teaspoons of dried dandelion leaves
-1 cup of hot water
Directions
Put 1-2 teaspoons of dried dandelion leaves into a mug, and pour
hot water over them. Cover and let steep for 6-10 minutes. Drink up to 3 times
a day.
