Constipation Cure

[gmanbat 5,889]

I am not necessarily recommending this for everyone and experts on these ingredients please chime in with any objections .

I have a cure for the frequent Constipation that seems to occur after surgery. We bought some Herbal Slimming Tea at Big Lots, very cheap. The active ingredients are: Senna leaves, Malva leaves, Panax Ginseng, and Stevia leaves. A cup of this and about 6 hours later it's show time. Takes about a half hour before the sessions are over. I suggest a half cup to start with. If you go this route be sure to set aside the time, don't make big plans somewhere, could be embarrassing.

I only do this every few days out of fear that it may be habit forming.

[reallyrosy 161]

I got constipated a week ago for 2 whole days. Aaaaaagony. I emaild the surgeon's office: nilk of magnesia (yeah, right) and went into the kitchen to cook up some prunes in Water. Ate the prunes, drank the 1/2 cup juice and was nicely relieved. Wouldn't normally have any fruit just yet but rationalized it as really medicinal.

[Pookeyism 1,143]

Be careful with Senna. There are many types of senna used herbally. It is a stimulant which can alter your apetite and depending on which species you use it may be a diuretic also - it can also show side effects after a few to several days use. It is not recommended for people who are prone to aniety, heart disease and those who are on medications for bipolarism, paranoia, etc.

I have seen first hand what can happen with senna, which was why I wanted to respond.

It is most definately an aid for constipation! It is also used to purge horses and such if they overeat.

[Rootman 1,101]

So, downing a big cup of this and immediatly going on a road trip are not recommended?

[gmanbat 5,889]

Be careful with Senna. There are many types of senna used herbally. It is a stimulant which can alter your apetite and depending on which species you use it may be a diuretic also - it can also show side effects after a few to several days use. It is not recommended for people who are prone to aniety, heart disease and those who are on medications for bipolarism, paranoia, etc.

I have seen first hand what can happen with senna, which was why I wanted to respond.

It is most definately an aid for constipation! It is also used to purge horses and such if they overeat.

Thanks, I figured there would be some cautions with this, pretty effective stuff. I will only use it if I have to and not in on consecutive days..

[gmanbat 5,889]

So, downing a big cup of this and immediatly going on a road trip are not recommended? :smile1:

Not unless you go through areas with lots of gas stations and you are a pretty good sprinter.

[Catracks 865]

I used Citrucel. It worked overnight. Also adding high Fiber foods when your diet allows will take care of this. Broccoli and Beans are my go to.

I HATE prunes. Yuck!