Potassium is a mineral which is essential for the digestive system. Potassium helps to strengthen the walls of the colon by helping the muscles contract properly. Without proper contractions, the muscles can become partially paralyzed, resulting in constipation. The potassium is also important in the body’s electrolyte system. Potassium and prunes are a natural constipation [...]
Natural Constipation Remedies for Children
Generally in children constipation is best treated by dietary changes and exercise. Natural remedies may initially be needed to provide immediate relief. Once constipation is alleviated, constipation recipes given in reduced amounts can help maintain prevention in the cases of chronic constipation. Contact your doctor if you have any concerns about the safety of using [...]
Baby Constipation: Remedies for Infants
During the first of life your baby will pass dark, tarry looking stool called meconium. Meconium is dead skin cells, hair and other secretions which are swallowed by the baby during pregnancy. By the time your baby is a week old, he will pass about 8-10 of these stools each day. Breast fed babies stool [...]
Karo Syrup for Baby Constipation: Is it safe for Infants?
Karo syrup has long been suggested as a remedy to relieve infant constipation. A number of years ago there were concerns raised as to whether corn syrup (Karo) contains spores of bacteria which cause botulism (a gastro-intestinal illness) and can become fatal. It is honey which contains Botulinum spores and should not be given to [...]