Will eating Aloe Vera aid in the relieving constipation?
Has anyone tried this?
Does Aloe Vera 'really' relieve constipation?
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I don't think i would try that, go for something in the form of a laxative. Maybe you should try something like Metamucil on daily basis or a stool softener. That should help.
CONSTIPATION is RELAXAITON!!!!
no, i don't think so... but try eating chicken noodle soup w/ rice in it. it really works!
Yes, it is supposed to. Aloe vera supplements usually caution about when to take it, because it can help bowel movements sometimes too easily.
I suppose you could eat the pulp, but it's much easier and probably better formulated to go to store and buy liquid Aloe vera juices. They're specifically made and balanced to be drinkable. I'd think your plant would be extremely good for burns and topical application tho'. Friends of mine grew up with aloe plants and as kids, if they ever got a cut or burn, they'd just go over and break off a leaf and smear it on, no mess, no fuss.
I used to drink the aloe vera juices for nutrition, not for constipation. That's one thing I've never had problems with in my life.
Have you ever tried just a simple cup of coffe or coke in mornings? I myself, with a mere sip of my wild cherry pepsi in mornings, get "things moving" incredibly easy, in just couple minutes. Caffeine is a stimulant, especially for the digestive system.
But one of the easiest and cleanest ways to deal with such a problem is with drinking enough water. Water is the main lubricant of the body. You are constipated because there isn't enough moisture in the intestine and the waste foods being processed. But why there isn't enough moisture is the problem.
Enough water? Then you have to search elsewhere.
But generally, it's probably lack of enough water.
I had an elderly neighbor, and he always complained of constipation, very terrible for him. Laxatives wouldn't help either. Well, one day, I began to notice that he only drank about a pint of water a day! A day! Not kidding, here!!
No wonder he couldn't "move", the body was taking any moisture it could to keep him alive!
So hope some of this might be of value to you. You just have to search to find what will be best for you. Good Luck.
Aloe Vera is effective, but maybe you could try drinking plenty of green tea or another type of tea, as it is even more effective...choose a plant from this link:
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aloe is a very effective remedy to constipation, but be careful, it is strong... i reccomend using cloe with other herbs such as senna, and cascara sagrada extracts so you dont overdoo the effect and it is more holistic. Taking psyllium, or kelp capsules are great bulk forming laxatives also, which really help you get regular which i use for intense colon cleanses sometimes in conjunction with a kidney and liver cleanse. Finally, if you eat cereal everyday, i reccomend any of the Fiber One cereals which contain over 11g of fiber per searving, and they taste good too, they even have rasin and honey flavored...but yes, aloe does work very well at relieveing constipation, just make sure not to take too much or you willl get diariah:)
Fantastic question and its also one of my favorite natural products Aloe Vera is a medicinal herb used internally for constipation and externally to relieve pain and stimulate healing of burns, wounds, sunburn a.d. possibly frostbite. Traditionally it has been known to influence digestion and reduce or eliminate worms. Other traditional uses have been in treating stomach disorders, diabetes, arteriosclerosis, amenorrhea, or suppressed menses, menstrual complaints, infections, herpes simplex viruses, .and skin diseases. It is also used as a beauty aid for the skin.
Should my health care professional be advised before I take Aloe?
They should be consulted first if you have any of these conditions, as Aloe Vera usage may be contraindicated: Internal Usage: If you are menstruating (possible stimulation of endometrial activity) If you have Crohn's disease If you have ulcerative colitis If you have appendicitis, or any other inflamed intestinal disease. If you have abdominal pain (from an unknown source) If you are taking medication with cardiac glycosides (Potassium loss - a possible side effect- can effect the drugs action) If you are taking antiarrythimic medication (Potassium loss - a possible side effect - can effect the drugs action) If you are taking thiazide diuretics, licorice, or corticosteroids (Potassium loss may be aggravated with these drugs
Topically, aloe vera gel can be applied repeatedly, especially in the case of burns. Just rub it on the affected area, let it dry, and reapply when needed. Fresh gel from a live leaf is the most potent -- and economical -- form of the herb. If you have an aloe vera plant, cut off several inches from a leaf, then slice the cutting lengthwise. Spread the gel found in the center onto the affected area.
For internal use, take aloe vera juice between meals. Another form of aloe, called aloe latex, a yellow extract from the inner leaf, is a powerful laxative and should be used only sparingly under a doctor's care.
For internal use: Take one-half to three-quarters of a cup of aloe vera juice three times a day.
Yes aloe vera does relieve constipation. It is a very good fiber rich antoxidant. As such it helps in easing constipation. Aloe is good for a number of other ailments as well.Aloe Vera also contains aloin, which in small dosages acts as a natural laxative.
Take an aloe vera leaf and extract the juice, blend it in a blender and drink about 30 ml twice a day.
For severe constipation, you need something better than aloe vera. Psyllium husk is much better.
Some home remedies for constipation are :
* Bale fruit is the best laxative of all fruits. It cleans and tones up the intestines & gives constipation relief.
Giving bran cereal may relieve constipation in, infants and older children
* Guava when eaten with seeds provides roughage to diet can give relief from constipation
* Apple pectin helps with constipation and brings fibers into the body.
* An insufficient intake of folic acid also leads to constipation. Thus to avoid constipation take sufficient amount of folic acid.
* To avoid constipation take Aloe Vera juice twice a day.
* Eating more fruits can also helps to prevent constipation such as prune pears, grapes, Orange juice & Papaya.
* Ginger tea is a very good home remedy for constipation. It helps start bowel movement.
* Add one tablespoonful of corn syrup to 8oz of water to cure constipation
* Yerba mate in tea form is very helpful with constipation.
* Another natural remedy for constipation is to add a little extra sugar or some honey to a glass of milk. Drink twice a day.
* Take a high fibre diet. Soluble fiber, found in grains, legumes and fruits, is particularly effective. Oatmeal, rice, wheat germ, corn bran, prunes, raisins, apricots, figs and an apple a day are all good sources.
* A person with constipation should try to avoid milk and milk products such as cheese. Both milk and cheese contain casein, an insoluble protein that tends to block up the intestinal tract.
* Exercise also helps to get rid of constipation. Aerobic exercise such as walking, running and swimming is best.
* Chop three stalks of rhubarb (remove the leaves, which are toxic) and mix with one cup of apple juice, 1/4 of a peeled lemon and one teaspoon of honey. Blend in a food processor until smooth. It makes a very good remedy for constipation.
* Drink one liter of warm water and walk around for a few minutes immediately after waking up early in the morning.
* Mix lemon juice with warm water. Take it two to three times a day. It helps to relieve constipation.
* For ordinary constipation, take 10/12 pieces of Raisin (Munnakka), wash and remove the seeds and then boil them with a glass of milk. Once the milk is boiled, eat the raisins and drink the milk.
* One of the most important remedy is to cut short a bout of constipation is to sit in a bathtub of warm or hot water. It may take several immersions in the water to cure the problem, but it does work.
* Take a glass of warm water to which the juice of 1/2 a lime and 1 tsp honey has been added. Drink daily in the morning.
* Prepare a mixture by adding 2 tsp husk seed (Isabgol) in 1/2 a cup of hot milk and drink immediately. Drink one cup of plain milk to follow. Repeat this every night for chronic constipation.
* Fry small Harad 100 gm in ghee. After that, the harad will bloat and start smoking. Remove from ghee. Measure 100 gm Aniseed (saunf). Keep aside 50 gm and fry 50 gm in the same ghee. When lightly roasted mix with harad and remaining aniseed.
Powder all three together. Mix 100 gm ghee and 400 gm sugar candy and powder along with the other powders. Take 2tsp along with 1 cup of milk twice a day. Do not eat anything 1 hour before and after.
* Apply 3 – 4 drops of lukewarm castor oil over the navel at night. In the morning, the patient will pass the stools.
* Haldi (turmeric powder) boiled in milk along with figs also helps in relieving constipation.
* Take a cup of fresh apple juice. Add equal amounts of dry or fresh figs and raisins and a small organic apple. Blend it in a blender. It will help to get rid of constipation if taken for a few days daily.
* Mix one glass of 50% fig juice and 50% prune juice. Drink this first thing in the morning. This powerful home remedy will help to get rid of constipation.
* Take 10 – 12 calimyma figs and keep them in two glasses of distilled water (16 oz) for 10 minutes. Keep it overnight. In the morning remove the figs, warm and drink the juice. Eat the figs through out the day.
* Prepare a drink by adding three or more figs, fresh or sun dried, one banana, 1 tablespoon of honey or molasses, one cup of rice dream Drink first thing in the morning and any time after lunch or dinner.
* Mulberry juice helps in relieving constipation in elderly people.
* Boysenberry juice has a gentle natural laxative action on bowel
* Prepare a mixture by adding ½ cup of distilled water and ½ cup of blackberries. Drink this first thing in the morning to fight against constipation.
* Eat fresh cherries throughout the day or drink three 8 oz glasses of cherry juice during the day. This will help to get rid of constipation.
* A teaspoon of linseed swallowed with water before each meal provides great relief from constipation.
Psyllium is a bulk-forming laxative and is high in both fiber and mucilage. Psyllium seeds contain 10-30% mucilage. The laxative properties of psyllium are due to the swelling of the husk when it comes in contact with water. This forms a gelatinous mass and keeps the feces hydrated and soft. The resulting bulk stimulates a reflex contraction of the walls of the bowel, followed by emptying.
Constipation is an unknown quantity and there are many ways of shifting the offending blockage. Laxatives are the best method but go for a stronger dosed medication because natural remedies seem to be at work overnight while you are asleep and the effects are really mild and you will still have to endure discomfort. With other sources, however, a couple of hours will have been effective and you will be able to **** through the eye of a needle.
If all else fails, get a teaspoon and use the handle part to ease out the first obstructive feaces and the rest will follow on. How about a good horror movie?
My sister who thinks she knows all, started eating and drinking Aloe Vera because someone gave her one plant. That plant became an over growth in no time at all and my sister spent a lot of time in the bathroom. Liquids milk, juices, tea etc. supply water but drink 64 oz of water in addition and you won't get constipated. The inside is good for burns, cuts and sunburns. It would be better to get some liquid Aloe Vera juice to drink if your "full of ..it." Don't use anything but a finger to "dig" yourself out as a foreign object could cause a ruptured bowel or other cause of bleeding.
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