What is constipation?
Constipation, or Anaha in Ayurvedic terms, is the inability to pass stools easily and regularly. It causes toxins to get accumulated in the body, leading to abdominal pain and discomfort, loss of appetite and other such symptoms. It can be caused due to dehydration, lack of adequate fiber and roughage in diet, certain medications, certain health problems, etc. When this problem is seen in children, you have to be careful with the kind of medication and treatment given as they are very sensitive.
Ayurvedic children constipation treatment
There are some mild herbs and treatments that are prescribed for children faced with this problem. These are safe and effective and provide immense relief from the symptoms.
Ayurvedic herbs for constipation in children
- Triphala: Asmall spoon of the powder of this herb can be mixed with lukewarm water and taken just before going to bed. It helps in easy passage of stools.
- Coriander leaves: This herb helps stimulate the digestive system thereby treating this problem and giving relief.
- Bael fruit: You can have the raw fruit just before breakfast for a few months regularly to get relief from this problem.
- Licorice: This herb has a very high content of fiber. This help in easy passage of stools. It also help soften the stools for easy removal from the body.
- Honey: You can mix a spoon of honey in a cup of warm water and have this on an empty stomach in the morning. It help relieve constipation along with making you feel rejuvenated.
- Dandelion: The powder of this herb can be brewed into a tea and had everyday. It help stimulate bowel movements and offer relief from this condition.
Ayurvedic dietary recommendations for constipation in children
- Warm milk and clarified butter: You can give your child a cup of warm milk mixed with a spoon or two of clarified butter for relief from this condition.
- Fresh fruits: Include fresh fruits like grapes, banana, papaya, mango and fresh figs as they help improve digestion and relieve constipation.
- Water: Make sure that the child is drinking adequate amounts of water daily as this aids digestion as well as passing stools.
Along with this, it is important to make sure that your child gets adequate physical activity everyday. Make sure that they go out to play some sport or engage in some form of physical activity as this helps digestion and prevents constipation.
These are some easy and simple methods that you can use for children suffering from constipation to bring about relief from symptoms and the condition itself.
