About Constipation

What Is Constipation?

Constipation is a common disturbance of the digestive tract. In this condition, the bowels do not move regularly or are not completely emptied when they move. This condition is the chief cause of many diseases as it produces toxins which find their way into the bloodstream and are carried to all parts of the body. Appendicitis, rheumatism, arthritis, high blood pressure, cataract., and cancer are only a few of the diseases in which chronic constipation is an important predisposing factor.

Causes of Constipation

The most important causes of chronic constipation are the Sedentary lifestyle, less physical exercise,high carbohydrate diet, less Intake of water, vitamins, and minerals, high-calorie food intake such as red meat, eggs, high intake of beverages, working during night times, lack of sleep.

Here are some Home Remedies that are really very Beneficial for a Constipation Patient

1.Constipation treatment using Milk

Milk has laxative properties, therefore, taking a glass full of milk is helpful in treating constipation. Recommended to take at least 1 glass of milk before going to bed in the night.

2.Constipation treatment using Pear

Taking pears have a drastic effect on the chronic Patients of constipation. It has to be taken in the form of Juice or in raw form at the time of breakfast or dinner will give desirable results.

3.Constipation treatment using Guava

Guava has a number of health benefits. It also helpful in reducing the weight and aid in bowels motion. It needs to be eaten with seeds, it provides fibers which help to digest the food and aid in the bowels movements. Take at least one Guava every day.

4.Constipation treatment using Orange

Taking 1 or 2 oranges at the bed time and 1 in the morning gives a good relief in constipation. 

5.Constipation treatment using Papaya 

Papaya is one of the best fruit for constipation. Papaya should be taken an hour after the meal and should be eaten at breakfast gives a great relief from constipation.

Some useful tips for a Constipation Patient are...

1.Natural and simple diet consisting of fibrous foods

The most important factor in curing constipation is a natural and simple diet. This should consist of fibrous foods such as cereals,honey, lentils, green Vegetables, fresh and dry fruits, and milk products in the form of yogurt. The diet alone is not enough.

2.Eat food properly, Avoid hurried meals and irregular meals
Food should be properly chewed at least 32 times for a one time before the swallow. Hurried meals and meals at odd times should be avoided. Sugar and sugary foods should be strictly avoided. Foods which constipate are all products made of white flour, oil fried chips, noodles, biscuits, melting cheese, eggs and Pizza.

3. Avoid drinking water just after the meal, drink the water or any other juice after 1.5 hours of the food.