the best of all laxatives. It cleans and tones up the intestines. Its regular use for
two or three months throws out even the old accumulated faecal matter. It should
be preferably taken in its original form and before dinner. About sixty grams of
the fruit are sufficient for an adult.
Constipation treatment using Pear
Pears are beneficial in the treatment of constipation. Patients suffering from
chronic constipation should adopt an exclusive diet of this fruit or it's juice for a
few days, but in ordinary cases, a medium-sized pear taken after dinner or with
breakfast will have the desired effect.
Constipation treatment using Guava
Guava is another effective remedy for constipation. When eaten with seeds, it
provides roughage to the diet and helps in the normal evacuation of the bowels.
One or two guavas should be taken everyday.
Constipation treatment using Grapes
Grapes have proved very beneficial in overcoming constipation. The combination
of the properties of the cellulose, sugar, and organic acid in grapes make them a
laxative food. Their field of action is not limited to clearing the bowels only. They
also tone up the stomach and intestines and relieve the most chronic
constipation. One should take at least 350 gm of this fruit daily to achieve the
desired results. When fresh grapes are not available, raisins, soaked in water,
can be used. Raisins should be soaked for twenty-four to forty-eight hours. This
will make them swell to the original size of the grapes. They should be eaten
early in the morning, along with the water in which they have been soaked.
Constipation treatment using Orange
Orange is also beneficial in the treatment of constipation. Taking one or two
oranges at bedtime and again on rising in the morning is an excellent way of
stimulating the bowels. The general stimulating influence of orange juice excites
peristaltic activity and helps prevent the accumulation of food residue in the
colon.
Constipation treatment using Papaya and Figs
Other fruits specific for constipation are papaya and figs. Half a medium-sized
papaya should be eaten at breakfast for it to act as a laxative. Both fresh and dry
figs have a laxative effect. Four or five dry figs should be soaked overnight in a
little water and eaten in the morning.
Constipation treatment using Spinach
Among the vegetables, spinach has been considered to be the most vital food for
the entire digestive tract from time immemorial. Raw spinach contains the finest
organic material for the cleansing, reconstruction, and regeneration of the
intestinal tract. Raw spinach juice-100 ml, mixed with an equal quantity of water
and taken twice daily, will cure the most aggravated cases of constipation within
a few days.
Constipation treatment using Other Remedies
Half a lime, squeezed is a glass of hot water, with half a teaspoon of salt is also
an effective remedy for constipation. Drinking water which has been kept
overnight in a copper vessel, first thing in the morning, brings good results.
Linseed (alse) is extremely useful in difficult cases of constipation. A teaspoon of