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 [...]

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Homemade Children Laxative Recipe: Apricot Prune Jam


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 [...]

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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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Lentil One Dish Recipe: High Fiber Foods


December 31, 2008 by admin  
Filed under Beans, Peas & Lentils

Recipe Summary:
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Number of Servings: 6
Cups of Fruits and Vegetables Per Person: 2.00
Dietary Fiber 13g
Protein 15g
Calories 290 (per serving)
Ingredients:
1 cup uncooked and rinsed lentils
1/2 cup uncooked brown rice
3 cup sliced carrots
1 lb swiss chard, cleaned and chopped
1 lb kale, cleaned and chopped
3 cups water
1 packet reduced sodium onion soup mix
1 tsp basil
1 Tbsp olive oil
Directions:
Place all ingredients in large pot. Bring to a boil. [...]

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Aprium Fruit Info & Arpium Fiber Bran Muffin Recipe


December 21, 2008 by admin  
Filed under Breads, Fruits

An aprium is a complex hybrid fruit that is a cross between an apricot and a plum. It is 75% apricot and 25% plum. Similar to apricots, apriums have a smooth, slightly fuzzy outer skin. They are dense on the inside. Apriums are known for their sweetness and distinctive flavor. The flavor is that [...]

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