Constipation is a state in
which an individual experiences a change in normal bowel habits
characterized by a decrease in frequency and/or passage of hard, dry
stools; difficult defecation; sluggish action of the bowels.
Factors that predispose an individual to frequent constipation include:
Factors that predispose an individual to frequent constipation include:
lack of regular
bowel
habits from childhood,worry,anxiety,fear, anda sedentary life.
Direct factors include:
improper diet,intestinal obstruction,tumors,excessive/habitualuse of laxatives,weakness of intestinalmusculature,spastic colon,use of certain drugs,and anal lesions.
Constipation
t is debatable as to what the optimal
bowel movement habit should be, as individuals vary. But one minimum of
one movement per day is considered by most naturopaths to be "normal."
Constipation is a very common ailment, striking almost 100% of
the population at one time or another. This is generally caused by
inadequate fluid intake and a low-fiber diet, as well as lack of exercise.
Many medications can cause constipation, including codeine, sedatives,
iron supplements, and tranquilizers. The most gentle remedies for
constipation include exercise, increase of fluid intake, and dietary
changes including more fruit and fiber.
There are a variety
of herbal supplements available to relieve the discomfort of constipation.
Most herbal laxatives work to soften the stool by adding bulk to naturally
improve bowel function. When taking any bulking agent, you must also drink
plenty of fluids, otherwise the added bulk can further harden stools,
making the constipation even worse.
Alpha Omega carries several
products which are proven to relieve constipation in most users. These
include Clean Colon
and Omega LB (lower
bowel). Within our Phyto Rx line of
natural herbal extracts, you might consider Cascara
Sagrada, which has been clinically proven as an effective laxative. It
promotes peristalsis of the intestines, producing a bowel movement
generally within 6-8 hours of taking this herb. Many FDA-approved
commercial laxatives contain cascara sagrada and other herbs (as does Omega LB. Also of note:
Dong Quai,
Goldenseal, and Licorice have
also been used to help relieve constipation. Dandelion
root is a mild laxative often recommended by herbalists. It seems to
be especially helpful for elderly or bedridden patients and others with
chronic constipation. The anthraquinones contained in Yellow Dock
have a cathartic action on the bowel and act in a gentle manner. Finally,
we recommend Apricot Seeds as an aid to relieving constipation.
Russian medical experts believe that the internal muscles of the body, including those lining the GI tract, should be exercised and toned for the body to function optimally (“atony”). Here in the West, we accept that our muscles should be toned with exercise, so it shouldn’t be that much of a jump to understand the need for internal muscle toning as well. Therefore, the Russians came up with
Russian Zappers. After swallowing the Zapper, you will have 'feel' the vibrations inside you as it travels through the body, but not all the time. Everyone has a different experience, based, in part, on where there is "atony." Alpha Omega carries the Tomsk Electrostimulator, the Ecomed Electronic Normalizer, and the Duna Sputnik.
These
products are available from our Virtual Store. Our liberal Money Back Guarantee
applies.
Constipation is a very common ailment, striking almost 100% of
the population at one time or another. This is generally caused by
inadequate fluid intake and a low-fiber diet, as well as lack of exercise.
Many medications can cause constipation, including codeine, sedatives,
iron supplements, and tranquilizers. The most gentle remedies for
constipation include exercise, increase of fluid intake, and dietary
changes including more fruit and fiber.There are a variety
of herbal supplements available to relieve the discomfort of constipation.
Most herbal laxatives work to soften the stool by adding bulk to naturally
improve bowel function. When taking any bulking agent, you must also drink
plenty of fluids, otherwise the added bulk can further harden stools,
making the constipation even worse.Alpha Omega carries several
products which are proven to relieve constipation in most users. These
include Clean Colon
and Omega LB (lower
bowel). Within our Phyto Rx line of
natural herbal extracts, you might consider Cascara
Sagrada, which has been clinically proven as an effective laxative. It
promotes peristalsis of the intestines, producing a bowel movement
generally within 6-8 hours of taking this herb. Many FDA-approved
commercial laxatives contain cascara sagrada and other herbs (as does Omega LB. Also of note:
Dong Quai,
Goldenseal, and Licorice have
also been used to help relieve constipation. Dandelion
root is a mild laxative often recommended by herbalists. It seems to
be especially helpful for elderly or bedridden patients and others with
chronic constipation. The anthraquinones contained in Yellow Dock
have a cathartic action on the bowel and act in a gentle manner. Finally,
we recommend Apricot Seeds as an aid to relieving constipation.
Russian medical experts believe that the internal muscles of the body, including those lining the GI tract, should be exercised and toned for the body to function optimally (“atony”). Here in the West, we accept that our muscles should be toned with exercise, so it shouldn’t be that much of a jump to understand the need for internal muscle toning as well. Therefore, the Russians came up with
Russian Zappers. After swallowing the Zapper, you will have 'feel' the vibrations inside you as it travels through the body, but not all the time. Everyone has a different experience, based, in part, on where there is "atony." Alpha Omega carries the Tomsk Electrostimulator, the Ecomed Electronic Normalizer, and the Duna Sputnik.
These
products are available from our Virtual Store. Our liberal Money Back Guarantee
applies. Note: This information
is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace
the use of a qualified health care professional. We strongly recommend the
use of a physician for the diagnostic phase of any treatment. With an
accurate diagnosis in hand, we believe the consumer, at that point, has a
basic, unalienable right to seek out factual information on all
therapeutic approaches, both orthodox and alternative, and choose those
approach(es) that are right for them. Nonetheless, a "good doctor" should
be considered a requisite starting point.To U.S. Users: None of
the products mentioned on this page have been evaluated by the U.S. Food
& Drug Administration; therefore, they are not intended to diagnose,
treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Shown above, one of the Tomsk Electrostimulator models.
