Wednesday, October 29, 2008

Constipation Remedies And Colon Cleansing

By Keith M. Henry

Colon cleansing has become very popular, especially for those that lean toward alternative medicine. Colon Cleansing is extremely beneficial for numerous ailments; ailments such as ance, digistive tract problems etc.

Constipation can be caused because of irritable bowel movements, excessive and chronic use of laxatives, worry, anxiety, fear, lack of physical activity and problems with intestinal function (chronic idiopathic constipation) etc. However, the most common reasons for constipation are a diet low in fiber or a diet that is high in fats, such as cheese, eggs, and meat.

Bowel Friendly Foods

Grapes have shown themselves to be effective in the batle against constipation. The combined properties of the cellulose sugar and organic acid in grapes make them a natural laxative food. Fennel also contains properties that are effective in curing digestive troubles. Using fennel on a consistent basis will help normalize the workings of the digestive system and help eradicate he constipation problems. Fennel has extraordinary attributes in curing digestive problems. It is often found in many commercial colon cleanse products.

Fruit salads with fruit such as guava and papaya can be very helpful in cases of constipation. Such fruit salad provides good roughage that helps clear your bowel system and thus prevent constipation. In fact the regular consumption of papaya in the morning on an empty stomach helps prevent constipation. Fruits naturally contain the right balance of distilled water and nutrients to act as natural constipation remedies.

Exercise

The lack of exercise is a main cause of constipation. Exercise tends to excite the digistive system to regularity, as well as improving the overall circulation. Some theorize that lack of consistent exercise our metabolic rate slows, which means a longer digestive cycle and thus less regular bowel movement.

Colon Cleanse

There are many good commercial colon cleanses on the market. A good commercial colon cleanse will normally be plant based, and will encourage, by its action intestinal detoxification. It is not uncommon for these colon cleansers to contain substances such as psyllium husk herbs like Slippery Elm bark, Cascara Sagrada, and Marshmallow.

In conclusion, unhealthy eating habits,lack of adequate water consumption etc., over time, length lead to the constipation of the bowels, and fundamentally the entire system. Consequently by establishing life-style changes and perhaps even including some of the constipation remedies discussed here, you will be able to discover relief from constipation. - 15438

About the Author: