Laxative vs Stool Softeners - What’s the Difference?
December 17, 2008 by admin
Filed under Constipation and Digestive Disorders Videos, Laxatives, Over the Counter Laxatives
Bulk-forming laxatives add bulk and water to your stools. The bulk causes the colon muscles to contract and push stool out of the body. You should use bulk-forming laxatives daily for them to work. Begin slowly and drink plenty of fluids. You should gradually increase the amount of bulk-forming laxatives to reduce the chance of [...]
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Stool Color – Bowel Movement Color - What Does it Mean?
Stool can vary in shape, size, color, and texture. Green, red, maroon, pale or yellow stool may raise alarm. Examining stool after a bowel movement can you tell you a lot about your digestive system, from what you have recently eaten to the presence of blood in your stool. Be sure to pay attention [...]
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Plum Jam Laxative Recipe for Constipation Relief
December 16, 2008 by admin
Filed under High Fiber Recipes, Homemade Laxative Recipe, Jam, Spread
This plum jam recipe is an excellent laxative. Plums are a good source of fiber and is beneficial for constipation relief.
Plum Jam Recipe
4 pounds 6 ounces ripe plums
3 1/2 ounces honey
1 tablespoon apple vinegar
3 1/2 ounces tamarind jam
Put pitted plums and 1/3 of the pits into large pot. Fill the pot with water and [...]
Swiss Muesli Recipe- Foods High in Fiber - Oats & Prunes
December 1, 2008 by admin
Filed under Dietary Fiber, High Fiber Recipes
Swiss Muesli: this extra high fiber recipe contains a whooping 11 grams of fiber!
Recipe Summary:
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Number of Servings: 6
Cups of Fruits and Vegetables Per Person: 1.0
Fiber : 11 grams
Calories: 410
Ingredients:
1-1/2 cups rolled oats
1-1/2 cups water
2 cups shredded, unpeeled apples
1-1/2 cups (approx 9 oz) pitted prunes, whole or halved
2 Tbsp honey
2 [...]
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Spinach and Prune Salad - High Fiber Recipe
December 1, 2008 by admin
Filed under Fruits, High Fiber Foods, High Fiber Recipes
Sweet and Sour Leafy Green Salad with Prunes
This wonderful spinach and prune salad boost 7 grams of fiber!
Recipe Summary:
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Number of Servings: 4
Cups of Fruits and Vegetables Per Person: 2.00
Fiber: 7 grams
Calories: 190
Ingredients:
5 cups torn and lightly packed romaine lettuce leaves
3 cups lightly packed spinach leaves
2 cups sliced mushrooms
2 oranges [...]
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