- 1. Beet juice with orange
- 2. Papaya and orange juice
- 3. Grape juice with flaxseed
- Natural laxative options for babies
Natural laxatives are foods that improve intestinal transit, preventing constipation. In addition to promoting intestinal health, these foods have the advantage of not damaging the intestinal flora and not leaving the organism addicted, as is the case with constipation drugs sold in pharmacies.
Some of the most commonly used natural laxatives that can be easily included in the diet to fight prison include:
- Fruits: plum, papaya, kiwi, orange, mango, fig, avocado, strawberry, tangerine, walnut, chestnuts; Plants: burdock tea, licorice root, aloe vera juice, sacred cascara tea.
In addition to betting on these foods you should also make a diet with more fiber, which can be eaten in foods such as wheat bran, oats, flaxseed or chia, for example. Check out a list of other high fiber foods. Drinking at least 1.5 liters of water a day is also essential to form molded stools and facilitate intestinal transit.
Following are 3 easy recipes that help fight constipation.
1. Beet juice with orange
Beet juice with orange should be taken before main meals, as it is rich in fibers that will help the movement of the intestine and the elimination of feces.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 beet 1 glass of orange juice
Preparation: Slice the raw or cooked beets and beat in the blender together with the orange juice. Drink 250 ml of the juice 20 minutes before lunch and dinner for 3 days in a row.
2. Papaya and orange juice
Papaya and orange juice can be taken at any time of the day, having more effect when it is consumed for breakfast.
Ingredients:
- This is a great way to add some flavor to your dishes.
Preparation: Remove the papaya and plum seeds and mix all the ingredients in a blender.
3. Grape juice with flaxseed
Flaxseed grape juice should be taken daily while still fasting, but the frequency of consumption should be reduced when the intestine starts to function, starting to drink the juice every other day or twice a week.
Ingredients:
- We have a wide range of products to suit your needs, including:
Preparation: beat the ingredients in a blender and then drink. It is also possible to use chia or sunflower seeds instead of flaxseed.
Another natural tip for treating stuck intestines is to start and end the day with teas that fight constipation. Also watch the following video and see more tips that can help relieve constipation:
Natural laxative options for babies
The most natural way to treat constipation in the baby, at any age, is to offer water several times throughout the day, to keep the body well hydrated and to soften the stool. However, after 6 months, laxative foods can also be included in the baby's diet. Some of the most common examples include pear, plum, peach or apricot, for example.
Already laxative teas, with sacred or senile mask should be avoided, as they cause irritation of the intestine and can cause excess colic and discomfort for the baby. Thus, teas should only be used with the indication of the pediatrician.
In addition to food, you can also massage the baby's belly, not only to eliminate cramps, but also to stimulate bowel function and the passage of stools. See more tips for relieving constipation in your baby.
