Medically speaking,
constipation is defined as difficulty in passing stools or an incomplete or
infrequent passage of hard stools. Constipation, however, also means hard
stools and bloated stomach which can cause abdominal pain also. Constipation
causes painful or difficult bowel movements.
Constipation is not a disease and everyone experiences problems in their
digestive system at least once in their lives.
When one is
constipated, you feel irritated, less energetic, do not get sleep easily, and
can get a headache and cold also. There are many reasons for a stomach disorder
that causes constipation but it should be treated at the right time and not
neglected as it can then become chronic.
The easiest way to
avoid constipation is to increase your intake of water, fluid, fiber content
and fruits along with foods like almonds, dried figs, desiccated coconut, dried
apricots or prunes.
People try various
methods to ease their constipation problem but herbal remedies are proven to
work very well for constipation. The natural herbs used to make colon cleansing
products have laxative properties that help in colon cleansing, reduce
inflammation and help ease the problem of constipation. It also helps improve digestion, enhances
your energy and improves the digestive system by flushing out the toxins
present. Herbal laxatives are safe with
no side-effects and are available without a doctor’s prescription. Along with herbal
laxatives, you should also exercise, be relaxed away from stress and
improve your diet.
