Constipation is very readily treated by a number of herbal remedies. Unless there are major complications - such as the presence of cancer or there having been an operation on the bowel - it is very rare to find someone who will not respond to herbal treatment for constipation extremely successfully.
There are a number of herbs considered, but one herb stands head and shoulders above the others. I will tell you below which herb that is.
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When constipation is present there are several ways in which herbs can be helpful:
1. Some herbs provide bulk which help the stools pass more easily
2. Other herbs contain 'anthroquinone glycosides' which stimulate the peristalsis - earthworm-like movements of the bowel - stimulate bowel muscle,stimulate the peristalsis - earthworm-like movements of the bowel, help the muscles of the bowel to move the waste matter along. They are generally for short-term use only.
3. Happily there is one 'miracle' herb which can have a fantastic effect on constipation - it will usually banish it forever. This herb is called CASCARA SAGRADA. However there are certain conditions to its use which must be followed to get this result; firstly it must be used at a low dose; secondly it must be combined with certain other herbs; and thirdly the resulting formula must be taken with every meal and for every day until the cure is effected. See below for more detail on this great herb and the well-proven formula containing it.
1. Herbs For Bulk
These herbs provide a large amount of fibre or mucilage. This bulks up the waste matter in the colon helping to make the stools pass more easily. This happens because of a reflex action in the bowel.
Herbs in this category include PSYLLIUM HUSKS, LINSEEDS AND FENUGREEK. These herbs should be taken with an additional intake of water every day.
2. Herbs Containing Anthroquinone Glycosides
The best known herb containing anthroquinone glycosides is SENNA. This has a long history of use in the UK. It is not recommended for longer than ten days.
Buckthorn is another herb which has been used over many centuries. It was replaced with the herb CASCARA SAGRADA, from the same family, which was more gentle but still reliable. Used at the usual dosage, these herbs are not recommended to be taken for longer than ten consecutive days or so.
Much stronger, and only to be used 'in extremis' is a herb extracted from the outer skin of the Aloe Vera plant. This is the same plant whose gel is used to promote healing. The Aloe from the outer skin - often called CAPE ALOE - is a strongly laxative herb. It is also very, very bitter and unpleasant if you happen to taste it. Aloe is generally used only occasionally.
3. The Best Choice For Constipation
One of the herbs mentioned above is by far the best herb to use to treat long-term, or short-term, constipation. However, to achieve this it is used at a relatively low dosage for long period of time.
The herb is Cascara Sagrada, or sacred bark.
If Cascara is used in small amounts - say 50 mg with each meal; and if it is combined with other appropriate herbs, it will often deal permanently with constipation in about six months. It is needed every day, however.
To be most effective, Cascara is combined with the herbs barberry, cayenne, Turkey rhubarb, and a number of other herbs. This unique formula has got a fantastic track record of success which has given long-term relief from constipation to thousands.
The Best Solution - a 90-Day Programme
Even better - this Cascara-based formula can be used as part of a holistic 90-Day Programme for constipation. This will include extra fiber - such as by using Psyllium Husks - as well as supplementary 'bowel flora' which also helps the bowel to work more effectively.
A 90-day Programme such as this gives a great start in treating constipation. Following this successful start for 3 months with 3 such products, the Cascara-based product can be used alone, daily, for a further few months until the bowel finally functions successfully on its own. Many, many people have been absolutely delighted, as well as very relieved, after using a programme like this.
Constipation - The Herbs Most Often Used
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