Although some people may find the topic of constipation gross to talk about, the fact is, it is a natural part of life. We can’t ignore it, so the best thing we can do is to find the best effective remedy to get your body functioning smoothly again.
Here are some things that worked for me to get rid of constipation. Some of them worked accidentally, as in me eating too much of something and I found out it loosen my bowels too much. That usually had me thinking to myself, well, if this can affect me in this way, maybe if I really needed it to cure my constipation, it actually would. Some may work better than some, depending on the severity of the constipation.
Molasses: Molasses with warm water is a natural remedy that can be used to help you get rid of constipation. I don’t know about you, but I definitely don’t like to feel all bloated and in pain. The best way to get back to your normal self, is to try something natural that’s sometimes right in your kitchen cupboard. If you don’t have molasses, drink dark sugar mixed with some warm water. It worked for me a few times.
Aloe Vera: Aloe Vera is another natural home remedy you can drink to help loosen your bowels. It has natural laxative properties that can get you going regularly again to the bathroom. Drinking Aloe Vera juice is not only great for constipation, but also has a ton of medicinal benefits.
Lime/Lemon Juice: Some people have success with treating constipation by drinking lemon or lime juice in warm water. This can help to flush toxins from your body, and relax you, while attacking constipation naturally.
Prunes: Eating preserved prunes can also help to relieve the symptoms of constipation. Prunes are delicious and can be eaten as a healthy snack. Also, prune juice works good for some people, while the actual prunes are more effective when it comes to treating constipation naturally at home.
Coconut Oil: Consuming natural coconut oil is another effective remedy for the treatment of constipation. It helps to soften the stool, making it possible to get rid of constipation and the discomfort associated with it.
Jackfruit: Most people may not know what jackfruit is or where to get it from, but it’s another natural fruit that has natural laxative properties, and is quite tasty.
You may find it in some Asian markets or Caribbean stores. Jackfruit is packed with nutrients and has natural fibers that helps to loosen hard stool.