Information on Constipation
| Description |
Treatment Plan |
| Constipation is a lack of regular bowel movements. Opinions vary as to how many bowel movements is "normal," but one a day should be considered a minimum. |
A high-fiber diet which avoids processed foods is essential. Herbal bowel toners and laxatives are usually recommended. CAUTION: the habitual use of herbal laxatives can be debilitating and lead to dependence. |
Herbal Remedies for Constipation
| Herb |
Treatment Support |
Application |
| Buckthorn |
laxative |
tincture, capsule, tea |
| Butternut |
laxative |
tincture, capsule, tea |
| Cascara Sagrada |
laxative |
tincture, capsule, tea |
| Olive |
laxative |
oil |
| Psyllium Husk |
bowel toner |
mixed with water |
| Rhubarb |
laxative |
tincture, tea |
| Senna |
laxative |
tea, capsule |
| Tamarind |
laxative |
tea, fruit pulp |
| Yellow Dock |
bowel toner |
tincture, tea |
Herbal Remedies for Constipation with Additional Ailments
| Additional Ailment | Herb | Application |
| Constipation, chronic |
Psyllium Husk |
whole herb in water |
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