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Constipation Herbal Home Remedies

August 14, 2007 on 6:10 am | In Home Remedies | No Comments

Constipation can be very uncomfortable. Treat it as soon as possible. Do not use a laxative, however, on a very weak person or on one who is recovering from a debilitating illness. Children also should not receive a laxative. It would be better to use a suppository on small children and a mild enema on older children. I used to cut a small sliver of hand soap and use it as a suppository for my children when they were babies. It worked well.

Castor Oil Treatment

This works quickly, but again, do not use on someone who is in a weakened condition. It’s guaranteed to work. Soak a flannel cloth in warm castor oil. Put it in a cake pan and pour the oil over the cloth, then place it in the oven until warmed through. Place on the small of the back and cover to keep warm. Keep on at least 15 minutes. Do once a day until bowels have moved satisfactorily.

Home Remedies with Aloe Vera

To sterilize the water, boil it and then cool it. Peel the aloe Vera. Put the green peelings and the water in a closed jar. (The juice is not the part used for a laxative it’s the sap between the skin and the pulp.) Place in the refrigerator and drink 1cup twice a week to regulate bowels. The strength is determined by the amount of aloe Vera placed in the water. Start with several leaves, and add until desired strength is reached.

Home Remedies with Apple Juice

Mix together ½ cup of apple juice and ½ cup of olive oil. Drink Before going to bed.

Home Remedies with Cloves

Pour 1 cup boiling water over 1teaspoon of whole cloves. Cover and steep overnight. Strain the next morning and drink while cool.

Home Remedies with Molasses

Take 2 tablespoons of black strap molasses before retiring to bed. This does work. Add to a glass of milk or juice if desired to improve the flavor.

Home Remedies with Prunes

Pour boiling water over several prunes and allow to soak overnight. Add honey if you desire sweetening. Eat the prunes and drink the liquid.

Regulate Bowels with Lemon Juice

Mix 1 teaspoon each of lemon juice and olive oil. Take on a daily basis.

Regulate Bowels to Prevent Constipation

Put 2 teaspoons corn meal in 1 cup of cold water every morning and drink daily. Help to regulate bowels.

Home Remedies for Gastritis

July 21, 2007 on 7:13 am | In Home Remedies | No Comments

Gastritis is inflammation of the gastric mucosa. Gastritis can be caused by irritation due to excessive alcohol use, chronic vomiting, stress or the use of certain medications such as aspirin or other anti-inflammatory drugs. Gastritis can be a brief and sudden illness (acute gastritis), a longer-lasting condition (chronic gastritis), or a special condition, perhaps as part of another medical illness. Gastritis may occur suddenly (acute gastritis), or it can occur slowly over time (chronic gastritis). In spite of the many conditions associated with gastritis, the signs and symptoms of the disease are very similar: a burning pain in your upper abdomen and, occasionally, bloating, belching, nausea or vomiting. Helicobacter pylori is a type of bacteria that infects the stomach. Infection with this bacteria may lead to chronic gastritis. Gastritis is a common medical problem. Up to 10% of people who come to a hospital emergency department with abdominal pain have gastritis.  Bile reflux: A backflow of bile into the stomach from the bile tract (that connects to the liver and gallbladder

Alcohol and certain other chemicals can cause inflammation and injury to the stomach. In some cases, gastritis can lead to ulcers and an increased risk of stomach cancer. Granulomatous gastritis is a rare entity. Tuberculosis may affect the stomach and cause caseating granulomas. Fungi can also cause caseating granulomas and necrosis, a finding that is usually observed in patients who are immunosuppressed. The symptoms of gastritis depend on how acute it is and how long it has been present. Symptoms of gastritis including is nausea or recurrent upset stomach ,abdominal bloating ,abdominal pain ,vomiting ,indigestion ,burning or gnawing feeling in the stomach between meals or at night, vomiting blood or coffee ground-like material and black, tarry stools. Other causes include worry, anxiety, grief, and prolonged tension, use of certain drugs, strong acids, and caustic substances. Chronic gastritis may occur in patients with a history of pernicious anemia, underlying kidney disease, or diabetes mellitus.

Gastritis home remedy treatment is quite effective. Coconut water is an excellent remedy for gastritis. Ginger - Chewing a small piece of fresh ginger with salt, five to ten minutes before meals, stimulates digestion. The diet should consist of milk with sugar, and a little old rice. Spices and condiments, alcoholic drinks, sour foods, chillies and pungent substances which are likely to aggravate acidity or pitta must be avoided. Other substances recommended are: barley, wheat, rice (at least one year old), cucumber, bitter gourd, green banana, pumpkin, pomegranate, and cow’s milk. Potato juice has been found valuable in relieving gastritis. The recommended dose is half a cup of the juice, two or three times daily, half an hour before meals. Application of heat with a hot compress or hot water bottle, twice a daily, either on an empty stomach or two hours after meals, will also be beneficial. Acid-suppressing drugs known as H2 (histamine 2) blockers (some include Tagamet HB and Pepcid AC) reduce production of stomach acid.

Home Remedies for Gastritis Tips

1. A teaspoonfull of ajwain (Carom seeds) with a pinch of salt is an effective remedy for gastritis.

2. A fresh ginger if chewed before taking meals stimulates digestion.

3. Coconut water is an excellent remedy for gastritis cure.

4. A combination of 200 ml of spinach juice mixed with 300 ml of carrot juice is very beneficial in the treatment of gastritis.

5. Half cup of potato juice before taking meals is also beneficial.

6. Lemon juice is an effective remedy for the treatment of gastritis.

7. High intake of water and juices is recommended.

8. Mix Sprague powder six parts and black salt one part. Take 2-3 grams of the mixture with warm water.

9. Chewing roasted fennel after meals imparts relief from gastritis.

10. Use of buttermilk and curd along with asafetida and cumin water is highly beneficial.

11. Tamarind water should be taken along with asafetida and cumin water.