How to Naturally Cure Constipation and Hard Stool.

Constipation is a very common problem in today’s life. One out of ten persons has this problem. But people often don’t like to talk about this problem much. Constipation is basically when you are unable to pass stool. There are some constipation symptoms like hard stool, less than 3 bowel movements per week, flatulence, bloating, sometimes blood in stool with pain. There may be a scientific reason for constipation, but sometimes it is unknown. There are some constipation causes like IBS ( Irritable Bowel Syndrome), Diverticulitis, Colitis. Constipation symptoms can be different in different person.

Constipation Home Remedies

Constipation may be occasional due to stress or change in routine, but for chronic problem always take expert advice. But on good part, there are much more constipation remedies than symptoms. One of the constipation remedies is to use castor oil. Castor oil is very good for constipation. You can take 2 teaspoons of raw oil empty stomach in the morning or apply 3 4 drops over navel at bedtime. You will definitely get relief next day. Raisins and figs are also good natural laxatives, soak 4 figs overnight. Eat 2 of them in morning empty stomach and rest 2 at evening or eat 2 raisins empty stomach every morning. These are good natural constipation treatments.

Dehydration can be a big reason for constipation and also make stool hard. Always intake fluids. Drink at least 10 to 12 glasses of water in a day. Water will make your body hydrated and make stool soft. Always drink water. Avoid caffeine drinks. Caffeine makes your body dehydrated and ultimately causes hard stool. So don’t drink caffeine products especially in constipation. Along with water, you can also intake fruit juices like Aloe Vera juice; It is a natural laxative. It increases intestinal water content and stimulates mucus secretion. Oranges and its juice stimulate bowel and encourage regular bowel movement. Prunes and its juice, fresh papaya are good for constipation. Eat guava which softens stool naturally. Grapes they contain organic acid and cellulose which make them a natural laxative. Veggies like spinach and jackfruit are very good stomach cleanser.
With a good diet, do exercise on a regular basis. Exercise is good for the whole body and also for a bowel movement. So always get’s moving.
There are some good herbal constipation medicines like Swiss Kriss, Panchveda, Senna Plus. These are very good laxatives. One thing is very important to consider that always prefer herbal laxatives, there are some non-herbal laxatives available, but they do have some side effects. So whenever you take a laxative always read its label and instructions. Take the dosage as it’s given. Sometimes people take over dosage of medicine for fast relief but result in diarrhea ( loose and watery bowel movement). Therefore consume in the limit as it is prescribed or written on the label. Females also suffer from constipation in pregnancy. They should not take any medicine or laxative without doctor’s advice. Because it will result in premature contraction. So just go with doctor’s instructions. Constipation in babies is also found. But just give them a soft belly massage and a little apple or prune juice and breast milk.
If you follow all these cures, you will surely get relief from constipation. Always take a good care of your digestive system. Eat fibres and do exercises and that’s it. Because bad digestion can cause so many problems and good digestion cures so many problems. So start taking care of your stomach today….

Refrences:
http://everydayroots.com/constipation-remedies
https://www.jiva.com/diseases/constipation/
https://www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/cleansing/an-ayurvedic-guide-to-healthy-elimination/an-ayurvedic-approach-to-constipation-relief/