Find constipation relief with one of these laxative drinks
If you're struggling with constipation, you're in the right place. There are a variety of drinks, mixtures, and solutions that can help stimulate a bowel movement (or at least make it easier to pass one). We’ve compiled a list of both homemade and store-bought remedies so you can get relief ASAP.
Things You Should Know
- Drink an 8 fl oz (240 mL) glass of prune juice to help stimulate a bowel movement.
- Mix 2-6 tsp (10-30 g) of Epsom salt into a glass of water and drink it up, or split your dose in half and drink each half at least 4 hours apart.
- Create a homemade drink to help you poop, like a smoothie made with aloe vera juice, papaya, kefir, kiwi, and ice.
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- If you’re prepping for a colonoscopy , your doctor will likely give you instructions to help you clear your colon and so you can be ready for the procedure. [26] X Trustworthy Source Harvard Medical School Harvard Medical School's Educational Site for the Public Go to sourceThanks
- Staying active and snacking on fiber-rich foods are natural ways to help you poop more easily and clear up your constipation.Thanks
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Warnings
- Try not to strain while you’re on the toilet—this can cause pretty serious rectal issues, like rectal bleeding, rectal pain, or even a prolapsed rectum. [27] X Trustworthy Source Cleveland Clinic Educational website from one of the world's leading hospitals Go to sourceThanks
- Let your doctor know if you experience frequent constipation over the next few months. They can make a more informed diagnosis based on your symptoms. [28] X Trustworthy Source Cleveland Clinic Educational website from one of the world's leading hospitals Go to sourceThanks
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References
- ↑ https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/prune-juice-for-constipation-a-new-study-says-yes
- ↑ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4291444/
- ↑ https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/magnesium-sulfate-oral-route-topical-application-route-route-not-applicable/proper-use/drg-20088513?p=1
- ↑ https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/fda/fdaDrugXsl.cfm?setid=8d0b341f-81b4-49a0-a712-1e0c79f778fc&type=display
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- ↑ https://www.med.umich.edu/1libr/MBCP/Magnesium.pdf
- ↑ https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/drugs/18391-castor-oil-solution
- ↑ https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/drugs/18391-castor-oil-solution
- ↑ https://www.drugs.com/dosage/mineral-oil.html#Usual_Adult_Dose_for_Constipation
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- ↑ https://www.med.umich.edu/1libr/Gastro/ConstipationSmoothie.pdf
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- ↑ https://voice.ons.org/news-and-views/crush-constipation-with-this-old-time-recipe
- ↑ https://www.nccmed.com/top-9-drinks-that-make-you-poop-immediately/
- ↑ https://health.clevelandclinic.org/internal-shower-drink/
- ↑ https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/chia-seeds-pack-nutritional-punch
- ↑ https://health.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-of-aloe-vera-drink/
- ↑ https://internationalprobiotics.org/kefir-fix-constipation/
- ↑ https://depts.washington.edu/nutr/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Senna-Tea_2012.pdf
- ↑ https://health.clevelandclinic.org/home-remedies-for-constipation/
- ↑ https://www.cancer.org/cancer/managing-cancer/side-effects/stool-or-urine-changes/constipation.html
- ↑ https://health.clevelandclinic.org/7-reasons-to-start-your-day-with-lemon-water-infographic/
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