Constipation is a big problem. It is painful and has to be treated immediately. The stomach is so much full but it is difficult to process the bowel movement. Fortunately, it is easy to find laxative products over the counter. It means that you do not have to see the doctor. However, since not all of those paid medications work well, consulting with the professional physician is still recommended. Besides, you may need to use the natural products to treat the constipation (chronic gastrointestinal problem).
Aloe vera, natively grows in northern Africa, has been known since Rome era and it was used by Queen Cleopatra to keep the beauty of her face and smooth her body skin. Aloe vera is also beneficial for the hair treatment. Besides the cosmetic benefits of the aloe vera, it also has more medical advantages to offer, including to treat the constipation. It is the condition when the frequency in bowel movements is decreased and there are changes in its characteristics. The common cause is lack of fiber and fluid. It is also the effect of some medical conditions. Chronic gastrointestinal disorder can be caused by a fungal infection of the digestive tract. To treat this matter, it is much simpler to take the aloe vera in juice, 2 to 3 oz. Mayo Clinic also recommends to take it orally .04 to .17 grams of dried aloe vera once a day. Drinking more water and adding more fiber into your diet will work as an effective treatment for constipation. You can combine it with the aloe vera.
Aloe vera is popularly used to treat gastrointestinal ailments including ulcers, constipation, laxative and ulcerative colitis in Tobago, Trinidad, Mexico, Canada, India and Nigeria. Though it is very popular, you still need to pay attention to the recommended amount of aloe vera gel to take for constipation treatment. It is very powerful and may cause kidney problems, heart problems, bloody diarrhea and muscle weakness. For your safety, you should consult with the doctor first.
