Natural
Remedies For Stomach Pain And Constipation
The human body is very complicated in many ways. If just one, small
detail is out of whack, it can throw the entire system off, creating a
larger problem than you would think possible from just one tiny issue.
One of the most noticeably affected bodily systems is the digestive
system, because this system is used every minute of every day. Our
digestion begins when food is broken down by our chewing motions and
our saliva. It ends when stool leaves our body.
The most commonly
disrupted stops along our digestive system are our stomachs and,
unfortunately, when stool just stops altogether.
Stomach pain or constipation can be caused by many factors, both inside
the body and from outside sources. It could be a short-lived illness
that will pass with time or it could be something caused by a disorder
that will be battled for a lifetime.
Constipation could be caused simply by a poor
diet, or by a medication used to treat another illness or disorder.
Whatever the reason is, no one wants to suffer from stomach pain or
constipation. When it does occur, they want quick relief from their
pain or constipation symptoms so they can get on with their lives
stress free.
There are many over the counter and prescription medications that can
be used to treat stomach pain or constipation.
Many of these come with
more symptoms than they are approved to treat. They can also be quite
expensive, especially the prescription ones since you may need a
doctor’s approval to use them. You will also need to watch
for interactions with any other medications you may already be taking.
With so much to go through and watch for when finding and taking these
treatments for stomach pain and constipation, you may just find that
your symptoms get worse before any chance of getting better.
However, there are natural remedies for stomach pain and constipation
that work.
These remedies have been tested and tried for many years, or have been
proven effective by medical professionals in doctor's offices or in
studies. Not all of these natural remedies are perfect for every person
in every situation, but it’s good to know what is available
and what has been proven effective. You may just find that you need
this information - if not for you, then perhaps for someone else.
1.
Avoid Dairy - Even if you aren’t lactose
intolerant and never have been, dairy products can still be harsh on
the digestive system. If your digestive system is already battling
against something else (like a virus, a medication, or a disorder) then
adding dairy might just be causing it go from mildly upset to somewhere
in the danger zone. By avoiding dairy products, you can
give both your
stomach and your bowels a little bit of a rest from working so hard.
Make sure that when you start eating dairy products again you introduce
them slowly, as your body will need to adjust to digesting them again.
2.
Drink Warm Fluids - For a stomachache, warm fluids can
help to soothe the ailment so long as they are clear liquids that are
not filled with sugar. These warm fluids can also help to increase the
body’s metabolism to aid in relieving the symptoms of
constipation. Drinking warm fluids can help at any time of day, but
they are
most beneficial in the morning when the stomach is empty.
3. Mild
Exercise - It can be hard to have the desire to go for a
walk when your stomach is upset or you are uncomfortable with
constipation. However, this type of
mild exercise could be just the
thing you need to get your body working more normally. If your stomach
or constipation discomfort is being caused by a bug that’s
going around, make sure you still get the rest you need to recover and
be sure to protect those around you in case you are still contagious.
4.
Castor Oil - Castor oil is a very old remedy for stomach
pain and constipation but it’s been proven effective time and
time again. The heavy oil works to reduce acid in the stomach, curing
most upset stomachs. It also acts as a mild laxative. Because it is
mild, it can sometimes take a few doses to work, and it’s not
the best tasting treatment you’ve ever taken, but it does
work to help ease the discomfort of constipation.
5.
Probiotics - Antibiotics are used to treat infections of
bacteria that are not supposed to be in the body. Probiotics, on the
other hand, give the body extra doses of bacteria that are friendly to
the digestive system.
These types of bacteria help to digest food and
to keep the various cells and tissues of the system healthy so they can
operate efficiently. Because probiotics need time to build in your
system, they are usually a preventative of stomach pain and
constipation rather than a remedy. However, if they are taken at the
onset of symptoms, you may find some relief from having healthy
bacteria in your digestive system to help fight off the bad bacteria.
By using these natural remedies for stomach pain and constipation, you
can help to ease your pain and discomfort quickly in the comfort of
your own home without having to make an appointment to see a doctor.
You may even be able to relieve the symptoms quickly enough to keep
from having to call out sick from work or having it impact other key
areas of your life in negative ways.
There are many ways to treat digestive system problems, but an effective natural
remedy for stomach pain and constipation is the best way to go about
treating specific problems quickly, in simple ways, either by avoiding
certain things or with things that you probably already have around the
house or can incorporate very easily into your daily activities.
Stomach pain and constipation don’t have to get in the way of
a healthy, productive daily life and natural remedies can make sure of
that.