Sentences with phrase «as a laxative for»

«It stimulates the colon to contract and works as a laxative for many people.»

Agar Agar is used as a laxative for hard, and dry stools.

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Ex-lax, the laxative brand, was produced in Brooklyn starting in 1906 by the Hungarian - American pharmacist Max Kiss, who named it as an abbreviation for «excellent laxative.»

For starters, the tougher fibers — those that are classified as insoluble — have a mild laxative effect, preventing constipation.

Dandelion root can act as a mild laxative and can therefore be used for the treatment of constipation.

Whole grains, like the ones contained in Cheerios, include a hearty supply of carbohydrates for energy, good source of vitamins, minerals and chlorophyll, which acts as a natural laxative, easily digestible.

It also has a laxative effect for newborns, helping them to pass their tarry first stools known as meconium and thus expel bilirubin.

If you suspect your child has a biological delay, take him to his pediatrician to receive medication for it, such as antibiotics or a laxative.

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Half a cupful of borage leaf tea, made by steeping a spoonful of herbs in a cup of water for a few minutes, taken two or three times a day will ensure an abundant supply of milk, act as a mild laxative, and soothe jangled nerves.

An 1884 newspaper illustration, for example, depicted a skeleton disguised as a fruit seller offering produce to little children, suggesting that raw, unboiled fruits and vegetables led to cholera.17 The actual culprit, especially in such turn - of - the - century urban metropolises as New York City, with its inadequate, overloaded water and sewer systems, was most likely bacteria residing on the outside of the produce, or contaminated water or milk that happened to be ingested, rather than anything in the produce itself.18 Given the laxative effect of fruits and vegetables if consumed in excess, however, it is understandable that people assumed fresh produce might contribute to diseases with symptoms that included diarrhea.

In the new year, NHS England is set to announce the details of another cull to prescription services — limiting access to treatments for more common ailments, such as eye drops and laxatives.

Prunes A «superfruit for people with IBS,» says Grotto, dried plums contain sugar alcohols that act as natural laxatives in the body.

It has been used throughout history for treatment of intestinal problems, snakebites, open wounds, ulcers, scurvy, and as one of the most effective laxatives available.

Sweet William Sweet As No Added Sugar White Strawberry Chocolate, 25g 575kJ 8.4 g fat, 5.9 g carb, 1.2 g protein, 2.5 g sugar Our experts say: If you're not sensitive to sugar alcohols and stevia as a sweetener (which can have a laxative effect), this is a preferable option for a choccie hit without the added sugaAs No Added Sugar White Strawberry Chocolate, 25g 575kJ 8.4 g fat, 5.9 g carb, 1.2 g protein, 2.5 g sugar Our experts say: If you're not sensitive to sugar alcohols and stevia as a sweetener (which can have a laxative effect), this is a preferable option for a choccie hit without the added sugaas a sweetener (which can have a laxative effect), this is a preferable option for a choccie hit without the added sugar.

Some people use elderberry for hay fever (allergic rhinitis), cancer, as a laxative forconstipation, to increase urine flow, and to cause sweating.

Magnesium glycinate is the best choice for those trying to fix their magnesium deficiency, as its less likely to cause laxative effects with high doses.

The dandelion health benefits include being an excellent detoxifier as a tonic herb, especially for the blood and liver, with diuretic and mild laxative properties.

Used for digestion, as an antitussive, antiflatulent, laxative, and antacid.

When it comes to laxative supplements, it is recommended not to take them for more than eight days, as they can cause upset stomach and other forms of gastrointestinal distress.

People generally consume laxatives as a cure for constipation but overuse of the same leads to drug dependency and inability of the body to absorb calcium and vitamin D.

To be used as a mild laxative, one rootstock should be soaked in cold water for eight to ten hours before consumption.

The dried bark of this popular shrub has been used as a gentle laxative for centuries.

Rhubarb root capsules, whether from turkey rhubarb (Rheum palmatum) or garden rhubarb (Rheum rhabarbarum), can be taken for short term relief of constipation and come often mixed with other laxative herbs, such as cascara sagrada, senna, aloe vera, barberry and slippery elm.

The reason this form is worth mentioning as it is commonly used for children on strict ketogenic diets to manage constipation as magnesium citrate has a laxative effect.

A meal plan predominated by fruits and vegetables can eliminate constipation as high - fiber raw diets allow for proper digestion, stimulating the bowel movement naturally, without the need for laxatives.

Dandelion Root: Dandelion root has aided in digestion and detox for years, acting as a diuretic to keep the kidneys clear and a mild laxative to help boost metabolism, stimulate appetite, and balance the natural bacteria in the stomach.

There's also a need for laxatives in order to promote a bowel movement, as no solid foods are allowed on this diet.

Extracts of the leaves, flowers and fruit of ashwagandha have been used for centuries in folk remedies as a laxative and stimulant.

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Half a cupful of borage leaf tea, made by steeping a spoonful of herbs in a cup of water for a few minutes, taken two or three times a day will ensure an abundant supply of milk, act as a mild laxative, and soothe jangled nerves.

Most over-the-counter remedies for constipation, such as laxatives and stool softeners, aren't all that helpful.

Finn and Herrington both agree that using laxative teas as directed for occasional constipation is harmless.

If you realise your bloating is due to stubborn bowel function, please do not use laxatives, even if natural, as constipation can occur for many reasons.

For example, hydrate magnesium sulfate or Epsom salt is used as a laxative in high doses but it can also be used to relieve heartburn, constipation, eclampsia, hypertension and seizures.

Cascara sagrada is a laxative ingredient that is sometimes used as a replacement for senna.

Im 26, female, and have had chronic constipation for well over 7 years (and even before that wasn't regular), most of the time I need to take suppositories as oral laxatives do.not.work.

Diane recalls needing to use enemas and laxatives as a very young child for her severe constipation.

But it's helpful as a laxative, and is healing for the liver especially.

Green apple is not only hydrating, it's also loaded with minerals such as phosphorus, calcium, iron, and potassium, which combined with pectin create a laxative effect, making it a fantastic ingredient for a colon cleanse.

If you are looking for the best way to keep your cat hydrated, healthy, and regular, the only think you should give them to drink is water — coffee should not be used as a laxative or as an energy drink for your feline friend.

Cow's milk can act as a laxative and cause digestive problems for some puppies and adult dogs, so avoid giving this to your pup or only give very small amounts.

Ask your veterinarian if hairball remedies, such as mild laxatives, are appropriate for your cat.

Laxatives and diet modifications are continued, as it takes time for the liver cells to regenerate and adjust to the new circulation.

Canned pumpkin also acts as a natural laxative for cats.

Though not edible (Marah, after all, is Latin for «bitter»), the fruits were collected for medicinal purposes by indigenous Californians to be used as a purgative or laxative.

It is also used as a vegetarian gelatine substitute, as a thickener for soups, and in laxatives.

Poor nutrition combined with behaviors associated with bulimia such as induced vomiting, abuse of laxatives, and binge eating create a wide - variety of problems for those who suffer from this condition.

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As for the cabinets, they either look like Kit Kats or some sort of chocolate laxatives.