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Constipation can have many causes. Some people have a predisposition to irregular bowel movements from childhood. People who are anxious and fretful can become constipated. Lack of exercise is a common cause. People who fail to establish a regular time for bowel movements can become chronically constipated and should accustom themselves to a bulky breakfast and sitting on the toilet, to train the bowel. Constipation can bring about many other problems apart from
the obvious inability to pass normal stools. Headaches, a feeling of nausea, or just being generally unwell can also be a result of constipation.
We must rid our body of toxins and the major process to remove these toxins is through our bowels, our urine and our skin. If any of these systems are affected or clogged, then we may reabsorb some of these toxins and this can cause us to feel unwell.
It is important that we maintain good eating habits. Roughage (fibre) is essential. You can get this fibre by eating whole cereal grains. Bran is very important. I have discussed bran and its importance in lowering cholesterol but it is also very beneficial in helping prevent constipation. Include whole cereals, fruits, vegetables, in your diet but most of all, to soften the stools and help flush the body of toxins, don’t forget water. You should be drinking 6 to 8 glasses a day.
If you find that your problem is not solved even after doing all the right things with your diet, or if you have difficulty in eating correctly all the time, then natural laxative herbs can be very beneficial. Herbs such as cascara, senna and cape aloes in a combination can help solve the problem of constipation. These herbs will stimulate natural peristalsis (bowel movement). As with all laxatives, you should not use them all the time. Twice per week will normally help the problem.
SUPPLEMENTS
Psillium husks 2 teaspoons in orange juice each morning
Peritone 1 or 2 tablets every second night if
required
magnesium 1 tablet twice daily
complex
*60/26/8*
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