1/9 What is constipation?
Constipation is a digestive disorder characterized by difficulty passing stools. It can become so severe that going to the toilet becomes very difficult, even painful.
© Shutterstock2/9 It happens to everyone
Whether occasional or chronic, constipation is a disorder that many people are familiar with, particularly women and the elderly.
© Shutterstock3/9 What are its symptoms?
It does indeed cause bloating, stomach aches and a terrible feeling of discomfort that can seriously affect our daily well-being.
© Shutterstock4/9 To relieve her
To relieve constipation, you don’t necessarily need to rush to the pharmacy to buy laxatives, which are usually full of chemicals. You can easily opt for a natural and effective alternative.
5/9 Psyllium, a natural and effective remedy
Psyllium, also known as ispaghula, is one of the best natural laxatives for treating constipation and restoring a feeling of lightness. Its non-irritating and well-tolerated properties help to bulk up stools, thus triggering a bowel movement fairly quickly.
© Shutterstock6/9 To benefit from it
To reap its benefits, mix a teaspoon of psyllium in a large glass of cold water and let it swell for about a minute. Drink the mixture two to three times a day.
7/9 Drink immediately
This remedy should be drunk immediately after preparation. Otherwise, it may turn into a gel. In cases of chronic constipation, it may take two to three days for satisfactory results.
© Shutterstock8/9 No health risks
This natural remedy for constipation poses no health risks, even in the long term. You can therefore normally use it for several weeks.
© Shutterstock9/9 Other natural remedies
There are also other natural remedies that have proven effective against constipation, such as black radish juice, honey, and olive oil.
