The laxative infusions, or herbal teas against constipation and constipation, are mild and simple natural remedies to prepare to lend a hand to the lazy intestine, which does not work as it should.
The causes of constipation, leaving aside the issue of serious diseases or disorders, can be linked to multiple factors: non-regular or poor diet in fiber, fruit and vegetables; frenetic work schedules and schedules, which give little or no room for meals and digestion; physical or psychological stress.
The laxative teas, usually taken in the evening, before going to bed contribute to regularize the bowel function when it goes haywire, stimulating peristalsis and favoring evacuation without causing diarrhea or abdominal pain.
Laxative herbal teas: how to choose the right one
There are many types of teas with laxative properties on the market . Some are ready and found among the shelves of the herbalist or the supermarket, others must be carefully chosen according to the severity of the intestinal blockage and the functionality of the colon of each individual.
Among the main and most used of the laxative herbal teas, we propose these 3.
Macerated senna, mint and cumin
Ingredients and recipe:
> 2 grams of senna leaves;
> 150 ml of hot water;
> a few mint leaves;
> some cumin seeds.
Preparation: the senna leaves are left to soak in hot but not boiling water, adding the mint leaves and cumin seeds for about an hour.
Filter and drink in the evening or in the morning. The senna takes effect after about six hours; it is contraindicated in pregnancy and for those suffering from irritable bowel syndrome.
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Dandelion herbal tea
Ingredients for 2 people:
> a generous spoonful of dandelion roots.
Preparation : bring the water to a boil in a saucepan, add the dandelion roots and turn off. Leave to infuse for about ten minutes, strain and drink before going to bed. It is a root that, in addition to promoting intestinal transit, purifies the organism .
Composite infusion to regulate the intestine
Ingredients for two people :
> a teaspoon of mallow,
> a teaspoon of chamomile flowers,
> a pinch of fennel seeds,
> half a teaspoon of frangola or ramno,
> half of licorice,
> some seeds of anise.
Preparation : mix the ingredients together, bring a small pot of water to the boil, leave to rest for about 10 minutes.
Strain and consume at night before going to bed. An excellent composite herbal tea, which gives great relief to the intestinal mucosa.
How to take herbal teas against constipation
Laxative herbal teas, to avoid problems such as abdominal pain, abdominal bloating, excessive evacuation, should generally be taken in the evening, just before bedtime.
When there are intestinal problems, often the colon is irritated, the laxative infusions should be taken gradually, starting with once a day, combining them with a healthy diet, a glass of lukewarm water as soon as you wake up and a ripe kiwi to start the day.
It is also good not to abuse herbal teas that contain laxative herbs, especially senna. The period of continuous employment should be around one week at the most; at the first signs of excessive reaction of the organism it is good to stop, to avoid that the laxative infusions become harmful, causing a missed intake of the most important nutrients.
Be careful if you are pregnant or if you have particular illnesses: the advice is always to do a good job of a specialist and get advice from a good herbalist .