Flaxseed for Baby Constipation: Flax Seed for Infants
January 14, 2009 by admin
Filed under Infant & Child Constipation Remedy
Many parents wonder if flaxseed or the oil should be given to constipated infants. Flax seed is more nutritious than flaxseed oil because it contains protein, vitamins, minerals, lignans and fiber. Flaxseed oil contains no fiber and very little lignan. Some people prefer flax oil for its omega-3 fatty acids and not having to grind the seeds. For constipation relief and dietary fiber, use flax seeds and not the oil.
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Herbal Laxative Tea
January 1, 2009 by admin
Filed under Natural Laxatives, Senna, Tea
Laxative tea is made up of various herbs to relieve constipation and detoxification. Although the main ingredient in most herbal tea is senna, other ingredients may include rhubarb root, ginger, licorice root, white mulberry, dandelion, fennel, annise, corriander, and caraway seed.
The purpose of using several herbs in laxative tea is because they compliment each other. For [...]
Milk of Magnesia & Prunes Laxative Recipe
December 31, 2008 by admin
Filed under Homemade Laxative Recipe, Over the Counter Laxatives
8 oz prune juice
2 tablespoons of milk of magnesia
Mix together and drink. In about 2 hours or less (maybe longer for others) your bowls will really start moving!
Homemade Children Laxative Recipe: Apricot Prune Jam
December 31, 2008 by admin
Filed under Homemade Laxative Recipe, Infant & Child Constipation Remedy, Jam, Spread
This apricot prune jam recipe is an easy homemade laxative that adds fiber to your child’s diet. The best way to relieve constipation in children is through a high fiber diet and exercise. Children need 19 -26 grams of fiber per day depending on their age:
Kids 1 to 3 years: 19 grams
Kids 4 to [...]
Prune Fruit Spread: Homemade Natural Laxatives
December 31, 2008 by admin
Filed under Fruits, Homemade Laxative Recipe, Jam, Spread
You can substitute dates in place of prunes. Dates contain more fiber than prunes.
1 prune contains about .6 grams of fiber vs 1 date which contains 1.6 grams of fiber.
1 cup soft pitted prunes
1/2 cup frozen apple juice concentrate
1/2 tsp cinnamon
Place all ingredients in blender and blend. Great with bread or crackers. It is also delicious with peanut butter.
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