Discover the Secret on How Aloe Vera Eases Constipation
Understanding How Aloe Vera Works Against Constipation
The anthraquinone glycosides in aloe vera stimulate the bowel and colon by heightening bowel movement and contraction. It also has been found to have a softening or bulking effect on stools. Different parts of the aloe vera plant combats constipation in different ways.
If a person is afflicted with hypotonic constipation, licensed herbalists may prescribe the outer leaf of the aloe vera plant; the one containing the anthraquinone glycosides. When made into a “whole leaf” aloe vera juice or gel, it will ease constipation because of its laxative effect and by stimulating the colon and bowels to do their job.
If however, a person is afflicted with hypertonic constipation, a concoction of aloe vera juice or gel made from the inner leaf will do the trick. This part of the aloe vera plant eases constipation by providing more bulk to your stools.
For maximum constipation relief, licensed herbalists suggest that you take the aloe vera concoction on an empty stomach or before any meal.
Last modified March 12, 2008Author 2112 > has blogged 9 times
