First things first, what do we know about Constipation? Do we know enough to treat it right? Now, to give you a quick start, let me give you the meaning of constipation, a Registered Nurse’s way.

Constipation, costiveness, or irregularity is a condition of the digestive system in which a person (or animal) experiences hard feces that are difficult to expel. This usually happens because the colon absorbs too much water from the food. If the food moves through the gastro-intestinal tract too slowly, the colon may absorb too much water, resulting in feces that are dry and hard.

With this definition, let’s unravel treatments that are not only safe but are also cost-effective and easy to do. Below are some home remedies for constipation:

·  Ripe bael fruit is regarded as best of all laxatives. It cleans and tones up the intestines. It should not be taken at a stretch. It is very effective home remedy for constipation.

·  Drink a glass of warm milk before going to bed. In case of severe constipation mix two teaspoons of castor oil in the milk.

·  Drinking lemon juice mixed with warm water two to three times a day eases constipation it will also helps you to lose weight or you can buy weight loss supplements and take it sometimes of when needed.

·  One or two teaspoons of aloe gel can be taken twice a day.

·  In case of constipation in children, a suppositary made of the stalk of betel leaf dipped in castor oil can be introduced in the rectum. This instantly relieves constipation.

·  Try one teaspoon of corn syrup added to 8oz of water to cure constipation.

·  Add a little extra sugar or some honey to a glass of milk and drink it twice a day. It is also a good remedy for constipation.

·  Soak one date (seed removed) overnight in half a cup of water. In the morning mash the date with water and remove the pulp. Take one teaspoon of this water three or four times a day.

·  Soak 50 grams of cassia pulp in water overnight take with 25 grams of water in the morning. It is another important home remedy for constipation.

·  Drink a solution of 1/2 tsp honey in 1/2 cup warm water 2-3 times a day to cure constipation.

·  Mix 1/2 cup olive oil with 1/2 cup orange juice and drink to cure constipation.

·  Drink one liter of warm water and walk around for a few minutes early morning.

·  Take 3 tsp of psyllium husk (Sat Isabgol) in milk or warm water at bed time. It is also good for constipation relief.

·  Add plenty of fruits, vegetables and salads in your diet. Chew food thoroughly and eat only when hungry.

·  Regular physical exercise is also important for maintaining proper bowel movements.

Constipation is usually easier to prevent than to treat. So, even before it happens, the main intervention is to increase the intake of fluids (preferably water) and dietary fiber. The latter may be achieved by consuming more vegetables and fruit and whole meal bread, and pulses such as baked beans and chick peas and by adding linseeds to one’s diet.