POSTPARTUM URINATION

Urination may be painful, there may be no urge, or an urge with no urination. This may be due to some trauma and bruising from the delivery. Swelling and pain in your perineal area can also compromise your body's urination abilities. There may be psychological (fear) factors that could be keeping you away from the bathroom.

It is important to urinate within 8 hours, less if you have been drinking fluids during your labor, to avoid infection. Infection can occur if your bladder gets overly full and the urine is not eliminated when it should be eliminated. If you are still having trouble urinating after a few days, you might have a urinary tract infection (UTI). If you feel pain when you are urinating even after your incisions and tears have begun to heal, if you feel the urge to urinate but only manage to evacuate small amounts, or you are running a fever, call your midwife or health care provider. Here are some helpful suggestions:

• Squirting warm water over the perineum during urination may ease the discomfort. The warm water will soothe your perineal area and will dilute the urine so you don't feel the sting when you go. When finished urinating, gently pat the perineum dry. Be sure to pat from front to back.



• Getting up and moving around can help. As soon as you can, take a walk (do not over do it). Gravity and movement help get your systems back to work.



• Drink plenty of fluids. Fluids can kick in the urge to "go" and also prevents constipation.



• Ask for privacy if you feel you have a "shy bladder" and you do not feel like the company when you are trying to perform. Ask your partner, doula, midwife or nurse to wait outside the bathroom.



• Using a bed pan is not any fun, but postdelivery weakness could leave you needing one. Try sitting on the bedpan instead of lying on it. Do not be shy about asking your midwife or nurse to warm it up for you before you use it.



• Run the tap water while you are trying. Listening to the sound of running water can really help you to let the bladder go with the flow.



• Smelling peppermint aromatherapy oil may help. (I learned this one when recovering from gallbladder surgery and the nurse brought it to me to use since I had postsurgical urine retention.)



• Counter urinary incontinence and/or to gain control over your perineal muscles: You can get your vaginal canal back in shape and regain control over urination by doing Kegel exercises. Kegels work the muscles that you use to stop and start the flow of urine. While sitting, squeeze those muscles and count to ten. Release and repeat 20 times. Do five sets a day. A good time to do it is while feeding the baby.



• Acupuncture for urinary retention may be considered.
Mrs. Lin, a 29-year-old teacher, vaginally delivered a normal baby on August 18, 2005. Five hours after delivery she was unable to urinate voluntarily, accompanied by the distension and dullness of the lower abdomen, which lasted for 18 hours. A day later she suffered from anuria, which may have been caused by the prolonged birthing process. The physical examination did not show any organic lesion. The top of the distended urinary bladder reached the level of one finger below the umbilicus. The intolerable sufferings could not be relieved by the administration of drugs. The patient did not want to be treated with urethral catheterization. As the patient was a little familiar to traditional Chinese medicine, she was willing to accept an acupuncture treatment.

Method: The patient took a lateral recumbent position. Zi Wu Dao Jiu needling was applied to the Huiyang (BL 35) acupoint. After the needling sensation was obtained, the reinforcing technique was performed by quickly and forcibly thrusting, as well as slowly and gently lifting the needle when it was thrusted downward by three steps to a deeper level together with a counter-clockwise twisting manipulation of the needle. As for the reducing maneuver, the needle was lifted upward by quickly and forcibly raising it, as well as slowly and gently thrusting, together with clockwise twisting manipulation of the needle to induce a needling sensation toward the perineal region. The needle should not be inserted too deep or it may influence the inferior gluteal artery and vein. The needle was then retained in the acupoint. Twenty minutes later, she felt a sense of urination and 800 ml of urine was spontaneously discharged. Forty-five minutes later, her pain was relieved. A follow-up visit after six months showed no sign of a relapse.

For full article by Acupuncture Today see: Treating Urinary Retention with Acupuncture: A Case Report


• Catherization with a Foley catheter is a last resort but may be necessary in some instances.

A full bladder can interfere with the midwife checking your postpartum uterine tone and can become quite painful. You should have urinated by the time she is ready to leave after the birth.

After 24 hours, there is an increase in urination as the excess body fluids from the pregnancy are excreted. If this does not occur, there may be a bladder infection. If so, antibiotic treatment will need to be started.

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URINARY RETENTION SUPPLEMENTAL PRODUCTS Supplements and information for help with urinary and fluid retention. ALFALFA SUPPLEMENTS & PRODUCTS Alfalfa's (Medicago sativa) deep root system pulls valuable minerals from the soil. With the aid of sunlight, nutrients including beta carotene and chlorophyll are made available to the body in a usable form. Mountain Rose Herbs: Alfalfa Leaf, Powder & Sprouting Seed, Certified Organic Bulk Herbs Kalyx: Alfalfa, Thompson Nutritional, 500 mg, 180 Tabs Kalyx: Alfalfa Sprouting Seed, Certified Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 4 oz. Kalyx: Alfalfa Mint Herbal Tea Blend, Certified Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. Kalyx: Alfalfa Leaf, Cut & Sifted, Certified Organic, Frontier Herbs, 1 lb. Kalyx: Alfalfa Juice Extract Powder, 50% Protein, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. HerbsPro: Alfalfa Leaf, Organic, Cut & Sifted, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. HerbsPro: Alfalfa Leaf Powder, Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. 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It is based on traditional cleansing teas that combine fennel seed and hibiscus flower indicated for stimulation of metabolism and kidney function, to facilitate bile, urinary and stool secretion and to promote healthy digestion. This fennel / hibiscus base is enhanced by mild hydragogues (promotes discharge of water) cleavers, parsley and red clover and urinary antiseptics, uva ursi and buchu. Red clover is also considered to be an alterative, a substance that 'alters' unhealthy processes, stimulates metabolism and gradually produces beneficial changes in the body. For maximum benefit, medicinal tea must be properly prepared. Pour 8 ounces freshly boiled water over a tea bag in a cup. Cover cup and steep 10-15 minutes. These steps directly influence the amount of beneficial components that will end up in your teacup! Gently squeeze the tea bag to release any remaining extract. 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MARSHMALLOW The primary use of Marshmallow root is to relieve digestive and respiratory problems, such as coughs, colds, sore throats and asthma. Marshmallow root, as well as of each of the below mentioned plants described as substitutes, is demulcent and diuretic, and may be used indiscriminately, the one for the other. They will be found valuable, in the form of decoction, in diseases of the mucous tissues, as hoarseness, catarrh, pneumonia, gonorrhea, vesical catarrh, renal irritation, acute dysentery, and diarrhea. In strangury, inflammation of the bladder, hematuria, retention of urine, some forms of gravel, and indeed in nearly every affection of the kidney and bladder, their use will be found advantageous. Much use is made of them combined with equal parts of spearmint, in urinary derangements. Usage: 1 teaspoon. 2 to 3 times a day depending on condition. Mountain Rose Herbs: Marshmallow Leaf, Root & Powder, Certified Organic, 4 oz to 1 lb. 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POSTPARTUM BOWEL MOVEMENT

It may take several days before the first bowel movement occurs. Abdominal muscles were stretched during delivery and the bowel may have been traumatized and it will take some time to get back to normal. If you had an enema, a long labor without food, or a bowel movement during labor, you may go a day or two without defecating because there simply is not anything in your intestines. If you have had a hospital delivery with pain medication or a c-section, it can take three or four days for your bowels to start functioning normally again. Systemic narcotics that are given to ease labor discomfort in a hospital birth, or those you may be taking for postpartum pain, may be slowing down your digestive system.

In many women, there is a psychological fear that the bowel movement will be painful and tear stitches (my mother equated the first bowel movement with passing a roll of barbed wire).

Speaking from personal experience, this was my most feared part of my labors and recoveries, especially if I had an episiotomy (usually done in a hospital birth setting) and/or stitches to worry about. In my hospital births, where I had huge episiotomies and many stitches with no control over fluids and elimination choices (I had to go before they would discharge me), I had many more problems with this. However, with my two homebirths, I had very little if any problem with painful first bowel movements. I had more control over my body and nutrition. It was much easier to work through and less fearsome.

Try not to worry about your first bowel movement and if you had stitches, do not be worried about splitting your sutures. Worrying about it will not help your situation and may make things worse. You may have concerns about hemorrhoids and aggravating them, experiencing a great deal of pain or being embarrassed (especially if you delivered in a hospital setting and you are sharing a room).

If you stay calm and focus on your baby instead of your bottom, you will be ahead of the game. As the saying goes - "Poop Happens" - and it is more likely to happen when you are not obsessing about it. If you feel an urge to go, do not hold back and delay it. The longer the feces stay in the bowel, the more likely you will develop constipation problems since the stool will harden and become more compact in the bowel as time passes. While the first few bowel movements may be uncomfortable, you will do better each time. There are several strategies you can use to minimize this monumental movement:

• Remember that fiber is your friend and whether you are at home or in a hospital, try to eat a high fiber diet consisting of as many whole grains, bran, fresh fruits and fresh vegetables as possible. Dried fruits (stewed or dried prunes work great!) and nuts can rough things up for you. Avoid eating certain food items such as that box of chocolates that you may have received from your partner after the birth of your baby since chocolate can be constipating. Avoid processed foods. Eat a salad instead with lots of raw greens and other healthy veggies. If you have problems with cheese making you constipated, avoid it.



• Drink plenty of fluids Prune juice, apricot nectar and other "bulky-fiber-pulpy" type of fruit juices are excellent for assisting with this first time movement. You not only need to replace the fluids you lost during delivery, but staying hydrated will also soften your stool and get things moving inside. Drink plenty of water, at least 6 to 8 glasses a day, more if you are breastfeeding. Some women find drinking any warm liquid first thing in the morning helps to get things moving.


During labor it is important to keep well hydrated with fluids and well nourished. Choose liquids and foods that may assist you with your postpartum recovery as well as keeping your strength up during labor.

It is also natural for laboring mothers to experience a softening of fecal waste as this is nature's way of cleaning out the colon to make room for the baby to be born. As soon as the baby is born, begin downing these types of fruit juices and other fiber liquids and foods. Not only are they nutritious and help with restoring energy reserves, but they are excellent for softening fecal matter up and keeping it soft for easy elimination.


• Start a mild exercise routine. Take a stroll. The more you move, the more likely you are to move your bowels. A leisurely walk (do not over do it) can work wonders, as can practicing your Kegels (keep in mind you may not be able to feel yourself doing the Kegels at first if you delivered vaginally since this area may feel numb, but do them anyway.



• Try to relax when nature calls. Avoid straining during elimination. Not only will relaxing promote results, but straining leads to or aggravates hemorrhoids, plus it can be painful. You may want to try putting your feet on a short stool while sitting on the toilet during your bowel movement (similar to the squatting position) to help lessen any straining. Hemorrhoids will usually shrink on their own, although they may not go away completely. A witch hazel compress or a commercial compress (Tucks Pads) can offer hemorrhoid relief. Over-the-counter creams and ointments, such as Preparation H may help with hemorrhoids problems. Ice packs may help. More serious measures are usually unnecessary.


Try to "breathe" the stool out, very much like you did the baby during "pushing phase" in labor, allowing it to move slowly and stretch tissue gently as it passes through the rectum and anal opening. Try to let your bowel do the pushing and only push when you absolutely have to do it, but gently. Again, do not strain.

Try to avoid laxatives and stool softeners if possible, using these only as a last resort. If you must use something, try using glycerin suppositories or a very mild natural laxative. A mild laxative or stool softener may be taken right away if you have had any tear that extends into or through your anal sphincter or if you are suffering from hemorrhoids or have taken a high dose iron supplement for anemia or narcotics for pain relief, because constipation can be a side effect of these medications.

A sitz bath may be recommended after every bowel movement. This involves sitting in shallow water, only a deep enough to cover the hips and buttocks. Cold sitz baths help reduce swelling and discomfort after delivery. Sit in a lukewarm or room temperature bath, and then gradually add ice cubes to the water. This prevents the uncomfortable, sudden sensation of ice water on the skin. Soak for 20 minutes at a time, up to 3 or 4 times a day. After the first two or three days, warm sitz baths will improve blood flow to the perineum. Check with your midwife or health care provider before adding medications such as Epsom salts to the bath.

Be sure to check with your midwife or health care provider before using any medications. This is important if you are breastfeeding your baby. Most stool softeners and mild laxatives are relatively safe, but you need to make sure the one you are planning to use is safe for breastfeeding. Many health care providers recommend these medications for constipation issues:

Use a stool softener such as Colace, Surfak, Dialose or Modance for 2-3 weeks, or until the tenderness in the episiotomy and hemorrhoids has resolved and your bowel movements are normal. If you go 2 days without a bowel movement, use a stool softener-laxative combination such as: Dialose Plus, Senekot, Doxidan, Modane Plus, Pericolace, or use Milk of Magnesia. The drugs listed above are available without a prescription.

DO NOT use an enema without first consulting your midwife or health care provider. Additionally, you should consult your health care provider before using any stool softener or laxative not listed above.

If you do not have a bowel movement within a week or if you become uncomfortable, contact your midwife or health care provider.

MoonDragon's ObGyn Disorders: Constipation

MoonDragon's ObGyn Disorders: Hemorrhoids

MoonDragon's ObGyn Pregnancy Information: Bowel Tips

MoonDragon's Nutrition Information: Fiber Diet

MoonDragon's Pregnancy Diet

MoonDragon's Health Therapy: Sitz Baths

MoonDragon's ObGyn Procedures: Kegel Exercises

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CONSTIPATION-RELIEF DIET

Eat high fiber foods such as fresh fruits, raw green leafy vegetables, and brown rice daily. Also eat asparagus, beans, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, carrots, garlic, kale, okra, peas, sweet potatoes, and whole grains. Foods that contain high levels of soluble fiber are adzuki beans, barley, dried beans, oats, and some fruits, especially apples, apricots, bananas, blackberries, blueberries, cranberries, figs, grapes, peaches, and prunes. Foods high in insoluble fiber are cereals, seeds, wheat bran, whole grains, and the skins of many fruits and vegetables.

Drink more water. Drink at least 8 glasses of water each day. This is important when adding fiber to the diet. Drink water whether you are thirsty or not. For a quick relief of constipation, drink a large glass of water every 10 minutes for half an hour. This works wonders to flush out toxins and relieve constipation.

MoonDragon's Nutrition Information: Fiber-Enhanced Diet

Consume plenty of foods that are high in pectin, such as apples, carrots, beets, bananas, cabbage, citrus fruits, dried peas, and okra. Pectin is also available in supplement form.

Follow a low-fat diet. Eat no fried foods.

MoonDragon's Nutrition Information: Fat & Cholesterol Restricted Diet

Avoid foods that stimulate secretions by the mucous membranes, such as dairy products, fats, and spicy foods.

Do not consume dairy products, soft drinks, meat, white flour, highly processed foods, salt, coffee, alcohol, or sugar. These foods are difficult to digest and have little or no fiber.

Eat prunes or figs. These are the best natural laxatives.

Eat smaller portions - no large, heavy meals or high-fat foods.

Consume barley juice, Green Magma from Green Foods Corporation, Kyo-Green from Wakunaga, or wheatgrass for chlorophyll.

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CHLORELLA PRODUCTS Chlorella is a green single-celled microalgae that contains the highest concentrations of chlorophyll known. Chlorella also supplies high levels of Beta-Carotene, Mixed Carotenoids, Vitamin C, Iron and Protein. Green Algae Chlorella is helpful as a support for long-term debilitating systemic conditions which lower energy and resistance; such as diabetes, arthritis, high blood pressure, allergies, and infections. Kalyx: Chlorella Powder, Cracked Cell Wall, Taiwan, Certified Organic (Chlorella pyrenoidosa), 1 lb. Kalyx: Chlorella Powder, Cracked Cell Wall, Japan, Starwest Botanicals (Chlorella pyrenoidosa), 1 lb. HerbsPro: Chlorella Powder, Certified Organic, 100% Pure, Now Foods, 1 lb. HerbsPro: Chlorella, Pure Powder, Now Foods, 4 oz. HerbsPro: Chlorella Powder, Emerald Garden, Organic, Source Naturals, 3 oz. HerbsPro: Chlorella, Now Foods, 1000 mg, 120 Tabs HerbsPro: King Chlorella Immune Detox Chewables With Russian Choice Immune, Nutricology, 2000 mg / 50 mg, 600 Tabs HerbsPro: Chlorella, Emerald Garden, Organic, Source Naturals, 500 mg, 200 Tabs HerbsPro: Wakunaga Kyo-Chlorella, 120 Tabs TakeHerb: Chlorella Powder (China), Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Chlorella Powder (Japan), Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb.

Do not consume products containing mineral oil, which can interfere with the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins. Also avoid taking Epsom salts, milk of magnesia, and citrate of magnesia, Which draw volumes of fluid into the intestines and wash out minerals from the body.

If you use laxatives, especially if you are a heavy laxative user, you should take acidophilus to replace the "friendly" bacteria. The continued use of laxatives cleans out the intestinal bacteria and leads to chronic constipation.

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Psyllium seed is helpful for constipation. If you take psyllium seed, be sure to take it with a full glass of water.

Flaxseed oil or freshly ground flaxseeds help to soften stools. Freshly ground flaxseeds have a pleasant, nutty taste and can be sprinkled over cereals, salads, and other foods.

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It can help to do a dietary fast periodically.

MoonDragon's Health Therapy: Fasting

Kombucha tea which has detoxifying and immune-boosting properties, may be beneficial for relieving constipation and other digestive disorders.

MoonDragon's Nutrition Therapy: Kombucha Tea

KOMBUCHA GENERAL INFORMATION Although commonly called the Kombucha Mushroom, Kombucha is not a mushroom. Kombucha is the cultured growth of beneficial bacteria and yeasts that form a mushroom shaped colony bound in cellulose matrix. Kombucha propagates or recreates another "culture" similar to itself during the fermentation process. When it ferments it produces alcohol, which is then converted into acetic acid (ie. vinegar).Vinegar has been used by humans for thousands of years. The Assyrians, Greeks and Romans thought it an important medicine in its own right. Kombucha is used to support the healing of a wide variety of diseases and is used in many countries throughout the world. It is said that in Manchuria, the home of Kombucha, not one case of cancer has been detected where the people religiously drink the Kombucha tea. Kombucha contains Vitamins B and C as well as concentrated amounts of protein that is available for immediate use by the body. The naturally formed acid content of Kombucha helps to counter difficulties associated with aging and is thus used as a longevity elixir. Kombucha delivers positive influence on the entire body, rather than targeting specific body organs. It has strong antibiotic, antiseptic and detoxifying properties. It is a blood pH normalizer and assists the body in stabilizing metabolic processes. KOMBUCHA USES & SCIENTIFIC EVIDENCE Kombucha Tea has been reported to benefit the following conditions such as arteriosclerosis, cholesterol, high blood pressure, stomach and intestinal problems, constipation, dysentery, all digestive disorders, gallbladder difficulties and gallstones, hemorrhoids, cavities (prevention), skin rashes, boils, hair loss, cancer, AIDS (helps to strengthen the immune system), allergies, tonsillitis, gout, rheumatism, respiratory problems, asthma, bronchitis, kidney and urinary stones, headaches, nervousness, insomnia, stress, low energy and fatigue, diabetes, glandular imbalances, weak eyes, and impotence. KOMBUCHA DOSAGE INFORMATION Kombucha comes in various forms. For best results, read and follow product label directions. KOMBUCHA SAFETY & INTERACTION INFORMATION There are no known safety issues or interactions associated with Kombucha when used as recommended.

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HERBAL RECOMMENDATIONS FOR CONSTIPATION

Alfalfa extract contains chlorophyll, which aids in detoxifying the body and cleansing the breath.

ALFALFA PRODUCTS Alfalfa's (Medicago sativa) deep root system pulls valuable minerals from the soil. With the aid of sunlight, nutrients including beta carotene and chlorophyll are made available to the body in a usable form. Alfalfa is one of the best natural sources of vitamin K and a rich source of vitamins A, B Complex, C, D, and E, biotin, carotenes, calcium, phosphorus, choline, inositol, PABA, actacosonal, trace minerals including iron, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, sodium, chlorophyll, and many other nutrients. Alfalfa is an excellent tonic for the whole body and it may help build iron levels in blood. It contains natural fluoride that may help rebuild tooth decay and strengthen tooth enamel. It is a good infection fighter and may help cleanse the body of toxins. Alfalfa contains 8 digestive enzymes, thereby aiding the digestion of protein, fat, and carbohydrates. The resultant improved assimilation is helpful for gastritis, indigestion, morning sickeness, and nausea. Alfalfa tea is an appetite stimulator. Vitamin K helps blood to clot by moving calcium into proteins that form a microscopic net to capture red blood cells. Vitamin K likewise helps bones to knit by working with vitamin D and glutamic acid to activate osteocalcin. The combination of these three nutrients is essential to building good bone. Your body can not use calcium without it. Alfalfa not only helps keep calcium in bones, it helps keep calcium out of the linings of arteries. Good for the pituitary gland and to help the quantity and quality of mother’s milk. Alfalfa is used with homeopathic remedy Lactuca Virosa to stimulate milk production in breastfeeding mothers. It can also be used with blessed thistle, fenugreek, and/or marshmallow for this purpose. Mountain Rose Herbs: Alfalfa Leaf, Powder & Sprouting Seed, Certified Organic, 4 oz. to 1 lb. Bulk Herbs Kalyx: Alfalfa, Thompson Nutritional, 500 mg, 180 Tabs Kalyx: Alfalfa Sprouting Seed, Certified Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 4 oz. Kalyx: Alfalfa Mint Herbal Tea Blend, Certified Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. Kalyx: Alfalfa Leaf, Cut & Sifted, Certified Organic, Frontier Herbs, 1 lb. Kalyx: Alfalfa Juice Extract Powder, 50% Protein, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. HerbsPro: Alfalfa Leaf, Organic, Cut & Sifted, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. HerbsPro: Alfalfa Leaf Powder, Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. HerbsPro: Alfalfa Leaf Tea, Alvita Teas, 30 Bags HerbsPro: Alfalco Alfalfa Tonic, Boericke & Tafel, 8 fl oz. HerbsPro: Alfalfa, Organic, Natures Answer, Alcohol Free, 1 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Alfalfa Extract, Eclectic Institute, 2 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Alfalfa Extract, Herb Pharm, 4 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Alfafa, Single Herb, Dr. Christophers Original Formulas, 100 Caps TakeHerb: Alfalfa Herb, NOW Foods, 10 Grain, 250 Tabs TakeHerb: Alfalfa Powder, NOW Foods, 1 lb

Fennel Seed tea also is good for freshening the breath.

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Aloe Vera has a healing and cleansing effect on the digestive tract, and aids in forming soft stools. Drink 1/2 cup of aloe vera juice in the morning and at night. George's Aloe Vera Juice from Warren Laboratories is good. It can be mixed with a cup of herbal tea if you wish.

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Ginger stimulates the digestive system and eases passage of foods through the intestines. Sabinsa Corporation has Ginger Dry Extract and Ginger Soft Extract.

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Use Milk Thistle to aid liver function and to enhance bile output to soften stools.

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Naturalax 2 from Nature's Way is an herbal formula that is good for constipation.

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Triphala Internal Cleanser from Planetary Formulas is an herbal product that aids in the formation of odor-free, firm, and healthy stools.

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Other herbs that are helpful for constipation include Cascara Sagrada, Goldenseal, Rhubarb Root, Senna Leaves, and Yerba Mate. If you take yerba mate, take 2 to 3 teaspoons in 16 ounces of hot water on an empty stomach.

CAUTION! Do not take goldenseal on a daily basis for more than one week at a time, and DO NOT USE IT DURING PREGNANCY. If you have a history of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, or glaucoma, use it only under a health care provider's supervision.

CASCARA SAGRADA PRODUCTS Mountain Rose Herbs: Cascara Sagrada, Certified Organic & Wildcrafted Bulk Herbs Kalyx: CAC Liquid Colon & Liver Cleanser Extract, Health & Herbs, 32 fl. oz. Kalyx: Cascara Sagrada, Natures Herbs, 450 mg, 100 Caps Kalyx: Cascara Sagrada, Natures Way, 425 mg, 100 Caps Kalyx: Cascara Sagrada, Thompson Nutritional, 450 mg, 60 Caps Kalyx: Cascara Sagrada, Aged Bark, Natures Answer, 90 VCaps Kalyx: Cascara Sagrada Bark, Cut & Sifted, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. Kalyx: Cascara Sagrada Bark, Cut & Sifted, Frontier Bulk Herbs, 1 lb. Kalyx: Cascara Sagrada Bark Powder, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. Kalyx: Cascara Sagrada Bark Extract, Health & Herbs, 2 fl. oz. Kalyx: Cascara Sagrada Bark Extract, Natures Answer, 3 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Cascara Sagrada Extract, Herb Pharm, 4 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Cascara Sagrada Extract, Eclectic Institute, 2 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Cascara Sagrada, Natures Herbs, 100 Caps HerbsPro: Cascara Sagrada, Natures Way, 100 Caps HerbsPro: Cascara Sagrada Aged Bark, Natures Way, 180 Caps HerbsPro: Cascara Sagrada, Now Foods, 450 mg, 250 Caps HerbsPro: Cascara Sagrada, Single Herb, Dr. Christophers Formulas, 100 VCaps House of Nutrition: Cascara Sagrada Extract, Herb Pharm, 8 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Cascara Sagrada Bark Extract, Health Herbs, 2 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Colon Cleanse Tea, Cascara Sagrada With Pleasant Peppermint Flavor, Health Plus, 30 Tea Bags TakeHerb: Cascara Sagrada Bark Powder, Wildcrafted, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Cascara Sagrada Bark, Cut & Sifted, Wildcrafted, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Cascara Sagrada Bark, Wildcrafted, Starwest Botanicals, 400 mg, 100 Caps TakeHerb: Thisilyn Cleanse Herbal Kit, Complete Cleansing System, Natures Way, 1 Kit TakeHerb: Thisilyn Cleanse Mineral Kit, Complete Cleansing System, Natures Way, 1 Kit

GOLDENSEAL PRODUCTS Goldenseal root is considered to be an effective broad spectrum antibiotic and fungicide, as well as astringent and anti-inflammatory actions, effective agains a wide range of topical and internal infections of the respiratory, digestive, and urinary tracts. It is very much in demand worldwide. Its antibiotic and anti-inflammatory properties have led researchers to study goldenseal root as a possible alternative to chemical antibiotics. Goldenseal also appears to promote healthy glandular function, and may have a tonic and detoxifying effect on the entire system. Goldenseal boosts the immune system, helps with colds, flu, infection, inflammation, heals mucus membranes, helps digestion problems. Topically it has been used for skin and eye infections (such as conjunctivitis and blepharitis), as a mouthwash for soothing canker sores, and as a tea for diarrhea, upper respiratory and vaginal infections. Because of its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic actions, it is useful for cleaning wounds, reducing hemorrhoids, and alleviate skin infections (including ringworm and athlete's foot). The two primary alkaloids in goldenseal are hydrastine and berberine, along with smaller amounts of canadine. They have demonstrated antimicrobial effects against a wide range of bacteria, protozoa, and fungi, including Chlamydia species, E. coli, Salmonella typhi, Candida albicans and Entamoeba histolytica. Suggested Usage: Take 1/4 teaspoon or less, in water or juice, 2 times per day. Maximum Usage: 5 consecutive days. Store in cool, dark place. Keep out of reach of children. WARNING: Not for long-term use. Do not take while pregnant because berberine can stimulate contractions. Goldenseal may raise blood pressure and may not be suitable for people with high blood pressure (may use Myrrh as a substitute). It should not be used for extended periods of time by those with heart conditions. Mountain Rose Herbs: Goldenseal, Organic Bulk Herbs Kalyx: Goldenseal Leaf, Cut & Sifted, Certified Organic, Frontier Bulk Herbs, 1 lb. Kalyx: Goldenseal Leaf, Cut & Sifted, Certified Organic, Frontier Bulk Herbs, 1 lb. Kalyx: Goldenseal Leaf Powder, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. Kalyx: Goldenseal Root 5%, Herbal Extracts Plus, 600 mg, 90 VCaps Kalyx: Goldenseal Root, Nature's Answer, 550 mg, 50 VCaps Kalyx: Goldenseal Root Extract, Alcohol Free, Starwest Botanicals, 1 fl. oz. Kalyx: Goldenseal Root Extract, Alcohol Free, Starwest Botanicals, 4 fl. oz. Kalyx: Goldenseal Root Extract, Nature's Answer, 1 fl. oz. Kalyx: Goldenseal Root Extract, Health & Herbs, 2 fl. oz.. Kalyx: Goldenseal Root Fresh Extract, Starwest Botanicals, 4 fl. oz. Kalyx: Goldenseal Root Extract, Health & Herbs, 8 fl. oz. Kalyx: Goldenseal Root Powder, Certified Organic, Frontier Bulk Herbs, 1/4 lb. Kalyx: Goldenseal Root Powder, Certified Organic, Frontier Bulk Herbs, 1 lb. Kalyx: Goldenseal Root, Starwest Botanicals, 500 mg, 500 Caps TakeHerb: Goldenseal Herb Tea, Organic, Celebration Herbals,, 24 Tea Bags TakeHerb: Goldenseal Herb Tea, Caffeine Free, Alvita Teas, 30 Tea Bags

RHUBARB ROOT PRODUCTS Rhubarb Root is an ancient and gentle, but extremely effective, laxative. It supports good colon health by cleansing it and treating constipation, and in smaller doses, its astringents have eased diarrhea, bleeding and hemorrhoids. Rhubarb Root is considered a wonderful cleanser for the intestines, bowels, liver and blood, helping to rid the system of accumulated toxins. It is also an antimicrobial, antibacterial, antibiotic and antiviral, and it may even help to improve your digestion. Rhubarb Root was introduced to Europe in 1767, although specimens of another rhubarb species, Rheum palmatum (Turkey Rhubarb/Chinese Rhubarb and similar in activity to Rheum rhaponticum), were cultivated as early as 1762, in the Botanical Gardens in Edinburgh; and in the eighteenth century, cultivation of Rheum palmatum was given preference, but the two are frequently used interchangeably, with only minor variations in chemistry. Mountain Rose Herbs: Rhubarb Root & Powder, Certified Organic Bulk Herbs Mountain Rose Herbs: Turkey Rhubarb Root & Powder, Certified Organic Bulk Herbs Kalyx: Rhubarb Root (Rheum palmatum; Da Huang) 1%, Herbal Extracts Plus, 600 mg, 90 VCaps Kalyx: Rhubarb Root (Rheum palmatum; Da Huang) Powder, Herbal Extracts Plus, 1 lb. Bottle HerbsPro: Rhubarb Root Extract, Natures Answer, 1 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Rhubarb Root Powder (Rheum palmatum), Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Rhubarb Root Powder (Rheum palmatum), Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Rhubarb Root Powder (Rheum palmatum), Wildcrafted, Bazaar of India, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Rhubarb Root, Cut & Sifted (Rheum palmatum), Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Turkish Rhubarb Root Powder, Organic, Celebration Herbals, 94 grams TakeHerb: Rhubarb Root Extract, Natures Answer, 1 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Turkey Rhubarb Extract, Health Herbs, 2 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Herbal Laxative Tea, Gentle Effective Relief, Triple Leaf Tea, 20 Tea Bags

SENNA LEAF PRODUCTS Senna encourages bowel movements by inhibiting the smooth muscles that retain stool and stimulating the smooth muscles that push stool through the intestine. The herb doesn't work unless the sennosides in the herb are transformed into rheinanthrones by beneficial bacteria in the colon. The leaf of senna is fairly powerful and for a more mild effect, it is recommended that you use the pods. Mountain Rose Herbs: Senna Leaf & Powder, Certified Organic Bulk Herbs Kalyx: Senna Leaf, Natures Answer, 450 mg, 90 VCaps Kalyx: Senna Leaf (Cassia angustifolia) 4:1, Herbal Extracts Plus, 600 mg, 90 VCaps Kalyx: Senna Leaf (Cassia angustifolia), Cut & Sifted, Certified Organic, 1 lb. Kalyx: Senna Leaf (Cassia angustifolia), Cut & Sifted, Certified Organic, 1 lb. HerbsPro: Senna Leaf Tea, Alvita Teas, 30 Bags HerbsPro: Senna Leaves, Natures Way, 100 Caps HerbsPro: Senna Plus, Vita Plus, 30 Tabs HerbsPro: Senna Leaf, Natures Answer, 450 mg, 90 Caps HerbsPro: Senna Leaves, Now Foods, 470 mg, 100 Caps House of Nutrition: Senna Leaf, Natures Way, 450 mg, 100 VCaps House of Nutrition: Smooth Move Senna, Traditional Medicinal, 50 Caps TakeHerb: Senna Leaf Extract, Laxative Herb, Health Herbs, 2 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Senna Leaf Tea, Caffeine Free, Alvita Teas, 30 Bags TakeHerb: Senna Leaf, Cut & Sifted, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Senna Leaf Powder, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Smooth Move Tea, Traditional Medicinals, Overnight Regularity, 16 Tea Bags TakeHerb: Senna, Now Foods, 470 mg, 100 Caps

YERBA MATE PRODUCTS Yerba mate is diuretic, inotropic (increasing the strength of each heartbeat), chronotropic (making the heart beat faster), glycogenolytic (breaking down stored glycogen in the liver, allowing it to store calories from the next meal), lipolytic (breaking down fats), and analeptic (stimulating the central nervous system). Yerba mate assists weight loss by increasing the transit time of food through the digestive tract, helping users feel fuller, longer. The British Herbal Compendium also recommends Yerba mate for treating fatigue and headache. Shade grown Yerba mate is far more nutritious and tasty compared to sun grown Yerba mate. One can see the difference just by looking at the color of the dried material. Shade grown Yerba mate is a bold dark green and has a nice heavy taste. Sun grown Yerba mate is pale is color (a little like dried hay) and has a relatively flat taste. Mountain Rose Herbs: Yerba Mate, Certified Organic Bulk Herbs Kalyx: Yerba Mate, Herbal Extracts Plus, 600 mg, 90 VCaps Kalyx: Yerba Mate, Organic, Eco Teas, 24 Tea Bags Kalyx: Yerba Mate Leaf, Cut & Sifted, Certified Organic, Frontier Bulk Herbs, 1 lb. HerbsPro: Yerba Mate Royale Tea, Wisdome Herbs, 20 Tea Bags HerbsPro: Yerba Mate Royale Tea, Bulk Tea, Wisdom Herbs, 7.06 oz. HerbsPro: Yerba Mate Tea, Wisdom Herbs, 20 Tea Bags HerbsPro: Yerba Mate, Source Naturals, 600 mg, 180 Tabs House of Nutrition: Yerba Mate, Solaray, 450 mg, 100 Caps TakeHerb: Guayaki Yerba Mate Tea, 100% Organic, Pure Heart Tea, 16 Tea Bag TakeHerb: Yerba Mate Loose Tea, Eco Tea, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Yerba Mate Green Organic, Cut & Sifted, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Lemon Yerba Mate, Traditional Medicinals, Organic, 16 Tea Bags TakeHerb: Yerba Mate Chocolate Tea, 100% Organic, Guayaki Yerba Mate, 16 Tea Bags TakeHerb: Yerba Mate Tea, Organic, Traditional Medicinals, 16 Tea Bags

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NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTS

Unless otherwise specified, the following recommended doses are for adults over the age of 18. For a child between 12 and 17 years, reduce the dose to 3/4 the recommended dose. For a child between 6 and 12 years old, use 1/2 the recommended dose, and for a child under 6, use 1/4 the recommended dose.

NUTRIENTS
Supplement	Suggested Dosage	Comments
Important
Garlic (Kyolic or Fresh)	Kyolic: 2 capsules 3 times daily. Fresh: 2-3 cloves with meals 3 times daily.	Destroys harmful bacteria in the colon.
Kalyx: GarliPure Formula, Natrol, Odor Controlled, 500 mg, 200 Caps Kalyx: Garlic, Odorless, Schiff, 100 Softgels Kalyx: Garlic, Odor Controlled, Nature's Herbs, 100 Caps Kalyx: Garlic, Starwest Botanicals, 500 mg, 100 VCaps Kalyx: Garlic, Starwest Botanicals, 500 mg, 500 VCaps TakeHerb: Odor Controlled Garlic, NOW Foods, 2500 mg, 250 Softgels TakeHerb: Garlicin Cholesterol Control, Odor Free, Nature's Way, 600 mg, 60 Enteric Coated Tabs TakeHerb: Garlic Oil, Good'n Natural, Cardiovascular Health, 1000 mg, 100 Softgels TakeHerb: Garlic Oil, NOW Foods, 1500 mg 3X, 250 Softgels TakeHerb: Garlic Extract, Nature's Answer, 1 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Kyolic Liquid Aged Garlic Extract, Formula 100, Vegetarian, Wakunaga, 4 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Garlinase Fresh, Enzymatic Therapy, Garlic Supplement, 100 Tabs TakeHerb: Kyolic Aged Garlic Extract, One Per Day, Vegetarian, Wakunaga, 1000 mg, 60 Caplets TakeHerb: Kyolic Aged Garlic Extract, Cardiovascular Formula 100, High Potency, Wakunaga, 600 mg, 200 Caps TakeHerb: Super Odorless Garlic, NOW Foods, 5000 mg, 180 Caps TakeHerb: Kwai Heart Fit Garlic Plus Vitamin A, C, & E, Kwai Garlic, 30 Tabs TakeHerb: Aged Garlic Extract With Lecithin, Formula 104, Wakunaga, 200 Caps
Aloe Vera	1/2 cup juice twice daily.	Has healing and cleansing effect on the digestive tract and aids in forming soft stools.
Mountain Rose Herbs: Aloe Vera Leaf & Powder, Organic Bulk Herbs Mountain Rose Herbs: Aloe Vera Gel, Organic Bulk Herbs, 8 oz to 5 gallon sizes Kalyx: Aloe Vera Gel (Aloe Barbadensis Officinalis), Nature's Herbs, 50 Softgels Kalyx: Aloe Vera Gel, Starwest Botanicals, 16 fl. oz. Kalyx: Aloe Vera Juice, Preservative Free, Organic, Lily of the Desert, 16 fl. oz. Kalyx: Aloe Vera Juice, Preservative Free, Organic, Lily of the Desert, 32 fl. oz. Kalyx: Aloe Vera Juice, Preservative Free, Organic, Lily of the Desert, 1 gallon HerbsPro: Organic Aloe Vera Juice, Orange-Mango Flavor, Dynamic Health, 32 oz. HerbsPro: Organic Aloe Vera Juice, Cranberry Flavor, Dynamic Health, 32 oz. TakeHerb: Aloe Vera Gel & Juice, Wild Berry Flavor, Nature's Way, 1 Liter TakeHerb: Aloe Vera Concentrated Gel, NOW Foods, 4 oz. TakeHerb: Aloe Vera, NOW Foods, 5000 mg, 100 Softgels TakeHerb: Aloe Vera Gel, Nature's Herbs, 50 Softgels TakeHerb: Aloe Farms Aloe Vera Gel, Organic, NOW Foods, 32 oz.
Vitamin C	1,500 mg 4 times daily.	Immunostimulant that aids healing. Use a buffered form. See Ascorbic Acid Flush
Kalyx: Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) Powder, Pure, Nutricology, 1000 mg, 120 Grams Kalyx: Vitamin C, Pure, Nutricology, 1000 mg, 100 Caps Kalyx: HerbaLozenges Orange C, Zand, 125 mg, 15 Per Bag Kalyx: Gummy Vitamin C Slices, Rainbow Light, 30 Single Serve Packets Kalyx: Fruit Snacks, 100% Vitamin C, Farley's & Sathers Candy Co., 5 lbs. Kalyx: Ester- C Powder With Citrus Bioflavonoids, American Health, 8 oz. Kalyx: Ester-C Liquid, American Health, 8 fl. oz. Kalyx: Ester-C Advanced Antioxidant Formula, American Health, 90 Vegetarian Tabs Kalyx: Ester-C Chewable Wafers, American Health, 250 mg, 125 Wafers HerbsPro: Maxi-C Complex Vitamin C, Country Life, 1000 mg, 180 Tabs TakeHerb: Ascorbic Acid Powder (Vitamin C), NOW Foods, 3 lbs. TakeHerb: Ascorbate C Powder, TwinLab, 2000 mg, 8 oz. TakeHerb: Liquid C With Rose Hips, Good'n Natural, 300 mg, 4 oz. TakeHerb: Alive! Organic Vitamin C Powder, Made With Organic Fruit, Nature's Way, 120 grams TakeHerb: Vitamin C-500 Complex With Bioflavonoids, Acerola & RoseHips, NOW Foods, 100 Tabs
Helpful
Acidophilus Bifidus	1 teaspoon twice daily. Take on an empty stomach.	For bowel flora replacement to improve assimilation of nutrients from foods. Allows survival and rapid passage of "friendly" bacteria through the stomach into the small intestine. Aids in normal bowel function.
Kalyx: Acidophilus & Bifidus, Lactose Free, Nature's Answer, 100 mg / 100 mg, 90 VCaps Kalyx: Acidophilus, Milk-Free, Schiff, 1 Billion CFU, 100 Caplets Kalyx: Acidophilus, Milk-Free, Schiff, 1 Billion CFU, 250 Caplets Kalyx: Acidophilus Probiotic, Natrol, 100 mg, 100 Caps Kalyx: Acidophilus Probiotic, Natrol, 100 mg, 150 Caps Kalyx: Probiotic Acidophilus Liquid Culture, Strawberry, American Health, 16 fl. oz. Kalyx: Acidophilus Powder, Frontier Natural Bulk Herbs, 5 Billion CFU, 1/2 lb. Kalyx: Acidophilus With Bifidus, Banana, American Health, 100 Chewable Wafers Kalyx: Acidophilus With Bifidus, Blueberry, American Health, 100 Chewable Wafers Kalyx: Acidophilus With Bifidus, Strawberry, American Health, 100 Chewable Wafers Kalyx: Acidophilus With Bifidus, Assorted Fruit Flavors, American Health, 120 Chewable Wafers Kalyx: BioBeads Probiotic Acidophilus, Natrol, 30 Beads Kalyx: BioBeads Probiotic Acidophilus, Natrol, 90 Beads TakeHerb: Stable Acidophilus, 3 Billion, NOW Foods, 180 Tabs TakeHerb: Acidophilus Culture Liquid, Blueberry, American Health, 16 oz. TakeHerb: Acidophilus Culture Liquid, Strawberry, American Health, 16 oz. TakeHerb: Acidophilus Culture Liquid, Original Flavor, American Health, 16 oz. TakeHerb: Acidophilus Culture Liquid, Banana, American Health, 16 oz. TakeHerb: Acidophilus Culture Liquid, Apple Strawberry, Dynamic Health, 16 oz. TakeHerb: Acidophilus Culture Liquid, Black Cherry, Dynamic Health, 16 oz. TakeHerb: Kyo-Dophilus, One Per Day, Wakunaga, 30 Caps TakeHerb: Kyo-Dophilus Chewable, Wakunaga, 90 Tabs
Apple Pectin	500 mg daily. Take separately from other supplements and medications.	A source of fiber that aids in correcting constipation.
Kalyx: Apple Fiber Powder, Herbal Extracts Plus, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Apple Pectin, TwinLab, 500 mg, 100 Caps TakeHerb: Apple Fiber Powder, Now Foods, 12 oz. TakeHerb: Everyday Fiber System Powder, Rainbow Light, 8 oz. TakeHerb: Everyday Fiber System, Rainbow Light, 180 Caps TakeHerb: Apple Pectin, Now Foods, 700 mg, 120 Caps TakeHerb: Apple Pectin Powder, Solgar, 4 oz. TakeHerb: Apple Pectin Powder, Life Extension, 8 oz. TakeHerb: Apple Pectin Powder (Phrus matus), Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb.
Bio-Bifidus from American Biologics	As directed on label. For fast results, use it in an enema.	For bowel flora replacement to improve assimilation of nutrients from foods.
Amazon: American Biologics Bio-Bifidus Complex Powder, 14 Ounces
Chlorophyll Liquid	1 tablespoon daily, before meals.	Eliminates toxins and bad breath. From alfalfa leaves, concentrated for maximum effectiveness as an internal breath freshener. Adults and children 12 years of age and older: take two capsules one or two times daily. If odor is not controlled an additional two capsules may be taken, but do not exceed six capsules per day. The smallest effective dose should be used. Children under 12: consult a health care provider before use. For additional odor control, one or two capsules may be added to an empty colostomy or ileostomy bag.
TakeHerb: Chlorophyll Mint Liquid, Bernard Jensen, 16 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Chlorophyll Liquid, World Organics, 100 mg, 8 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Chlorophyll Liquid With Spearmint & Glycerin, World Organics, 100 mg, 16 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Chlorophyll Liquid With Peppermint, World Organics, 50 mg, 16 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Chlorophyll Liquid With Aloe Vera Juice, Spearmint Flavor, Dynamic Health Lab, 16 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Chloro-Combo Liquid, World Organics, 16 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Chlorophyll Liquid, 100% Pure, Desouza International, 16 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Chlorophyll Natural Liquid, Bernard Jensen, 16 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Chlorofresh Natural Flavor, Liquid Chlorophyll, Natures Way, 16 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Chlorofresh Mint Flavor, Liquid Chlorophyll, Natures Way, 16 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Chlorophyll Liquid & Mint, Now Foods, 16 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Chlorophyll, 21st Century, 100 mg, 120 Softgels TakeHerb: Mega Chlorophyll, World Organics, 100 mg, 60 Caps
Essential Fatty Acids With Added Flaxseed	As directed on label. 1 tablespoon flaxseed 3 times daily, with meals.	Needed for proper digestion and stool formation. Flaxseeds provides essential fatty acids plus many added enefits such as B vitamins and fiber.
FLAX SEED Mountain Rose Herbs: Flax Meal & Whole Flax Seed, Certified Organic, 4 oz. to 1 lb. TakeHerb: Organic Essential Whole Flaxseed, Spectrum Naturals, 15 oz. TakeHerb: Organic Essential Ground Flaxseed, Spectrum Naturals, 15 oz. TakeHerb: Flax Seed, FiProFLAX Sprouted, Health From The Sun, 16 oz. TakeHerb: Organic Roasted Flaxseed, Spectrum Essentials, 12 oz. TakeHerb: Organic Ground Flaxseed With Mixed Berries, Spectrum Essentials, 12 oz. BORAGE OIL HerbsPro: Flax-Borage Combo, Organic, Health From The Sun, 90 Caps HerbsPro: Mega-Gla 300 Borage Seed Oil, Source Naturals, 120 Softgels HerbsPro: Borage Oil, Natures Way, 1000 mg, 60 Softgels BLACK CURRANT OIL HerbsPro: Black Currant Oil, Health From The Sun, 1000 mg, 60 Caps HerbsPro: Black Currant Oil, Health From The Sun, Hexane Free, 500 mg, 180 Caps SALMON FISH OIL Kalyx: Salmon Oil, American Health, 1000 mg, 120 Softgels HerbsPro: Salmon Oil, NOW Foods, 1000 mg, 250 Softgels TakeHerb: Wholemega Fish Oil, Derived From Extra Virgin Wild Alaskan Salmon Oil, New Chapter, 1000 mg, 180 Softgels TakeHerb: Wholemega Fish Oil, Derived From Extra Virgin Wild Alaskan Salmon Oil, New Chapter, 1000 mg, 120 Softgels TakeHerb: Wholemega Fish Oil, Derived From Extra Virgin Wild Alaskan Salmon Oil, New Chapter, 1000 mg, 30 Softgels TakeHerb: Wholemega Fish Oil, Derived From Extra Virgin Wild Alaskan Salmon Oil, New Chapter, 500 mg, 180 Softgels TakeHerb: Wholemega Fish Oil, Derived From Extra Virgin Wild Alaskan Salmon Oil, New Chapter, 500 mg, 90 Softgels TakeHerb: Wholemega Prenatal Fish Oil, 3 Servings of Wild Alaskan Salmon, New Chapter, 500 mg, 90 Softgels TakeHerb: Alaskan Salmon Oil, Citrus, Healthy Brain & Heart, Nordic Naturals, 8 oz. TakeHerb: Alaskan Salmon Oil, Citrus, Healthy Brain & Heart, Nordic Naturals, 90 Softgels
Multi-Enzyme Complex	As directed on label. Take after meals.	To aid digestion.
Kalyx: Digest Support, Multi-Enzyme Supplement, Natrol, 60 Caps Kalyx: Enzyme Probiotic Complex, American Health, 90 VCaps HerbsPro: Best Proteolytic Enzymes, Doctors Best, 90 VCaps HerbsPro: Best Digestive Enzymes, Doctors Best, 90 Caps HerbsPro: Daily Multi-Sorb With Digestive Enzymes & Isoflavones, Country Life, 120 Softgels HerbsPro: Wellness Nutrition Digestive Enzymes, 120 Caps HerbsPro: Super Enzymes, Now Foods, 180 Caps HerbsPro: Super Enzymes, Now Foods, 90 Caps HerbsPro: Essential Enzymes, Vegetarian, Source Naturals, 500 mg, 240 VCaps HerbsPro: Essential Enzymes, Bio-Aligned Formula, Digestive Aid, Source Naturals, 500 mg, 240 Caps HerbsPro: Green Papaya Digestive Enzymes Powder, Royal Tropics, 5 oz. HerbsPro: Green Papaya Digestive Enzymes, Royal Tropicis, 150 Caps HerbsPro: All Complete Enzymes, Trimedica, 250 mg, 90 Caps HerbsPro: Plant Enzymes, Now Foods, 120 VCaps HerbsPro: Liquid-Gel Digestion Enzymes, Natures Secret, 60 Softgels HerbsPro: Essential Enzymes, Source Naturals, 500 mg, 360 Caps HerbsPro: Liquid-Gel Digestion Enzymes, Nature's Secret Irwin Naturals, 60 Softgels HerbsPro: A.G.E. with Enzymes Formula 102, Vegetarian, Wakunaga, 200 Caps House of Nutrition: Dr. Murray's Multi Enzyme Vegetarian Formula, Natural Factors, 120 Caps House of Nutrition: Optimum Enzymes, Bluebonnet, 180 VCaps TakeHerb: Multi Enzyme Formula, Digestive Aid, Good'n Natural, 100 Tabs TakeHerb: Digestive Enzymes, Health Herbs, 750 mg, 100 Caps TakeHerb: Bio Gestin Digestive Enzymes, Biotech Foods, 200 Caps TakeHerb: DigestMore Ultra, For Difficult Digestion, Renew Life, 90 Caps TakeHerb: Broad Spectrum Enzyme Active, Natural Food Enzymes, Nature's Way, 90 Caps TakeHerb: Trevinol, Landis Revin Nutraceuticals, All Natural Systemic Enzymes, 90 Count TakeHerb: RejuvenZyme, Whole Body Systemic Enzymes, Source Naturals, 180 Caps
Multi-Vitamin & Mineral Complex	As directed on label.	Constipation blocks proper absorption of nutrients, resulting in vitamin and mineral deficiencies.
Kalyx: Superior Multiple All-In-One Multivitamin & Mineral, Country Life, 180 Tabs Kalyx: Superior Care High Potency Multivitamin For Adults, Foodscience Labs, 120 Tabs Kalyx: All-In-One Multivitamin, Iron-Free, Thompson Nutritional, 60 Caps Kalyx: Active Senior SafeGuard Just Once Multivitamin, 90 Tabs Kalyx: Complete Prenatal System, Rainbow Light, 180 Tabs Kalyx: Complete Prenatal System, Rainbow Light, 360 Tabs HerbsPro: Alpha Betic For People with Diabetes, 30 Tabs HerbsPro: Diabetic Support, Liquid Health, 32 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Completia Diabetic, Diabetic Multivitamin, Natures Way, 30 Tabs HerbsPro: Completia Diabetic, Diabetic Multivitamin, Natures Way, 60 Tabs HerbsPro: Completia Diabetic, Diabetic Multivitamin, Natures Way, 90 Tabs HerbsPro: Vegan, Multivitamin & Mineral, Without Iron, Deva Vegan, 90 Tabs HerbsPro: Women's Answer Multivitamin With Minerals, Rainbow Light, 180 Tabs HerbsPro: Women's Multivitamin With Minerals, Trace Minerals & Amino Acids, Whole Foods, Liquid Health, 32 oz. House of Nutrition: Mega Multivitamin & Mineral Drink Mix, Berry Flavor, Integrative Therapeutic ITI, 637 gms House of Nutrition: Vitamin Code Liquid Multivitamin & Mineral Formula, Orange-Mango, Garden Of Life, 30 fl. oz. House of Nutrition: Nutra Support Diabetes, Multi-Vitamin & Mineral, Iron Free, Carlsons, 60 Softgels House of Nutrition: Nutra-Support Diabetes, Multi-Vitamin & Mineral, Iron-Free, Carlsons, 120 Softgels House of Nutrition: Completia Prenatal, Nature's Way, 240 Tabs House of Nutrition: Early Promise Prenatal Micronutrient Powder, Bluebonnet, Chocolate Flavor, 1.1 lb. House of Nutrition: Buried Treasure's Prenatal Plus DHA Complete, 16 oz. House of Nutrition: New Chapter's Perfect Prenatal, 96 Tabs TakeHerb: Daily Multivitamin For Optimum Health, Dr. Weil, 90 Tabs TakeHerb: Adult's Multivitamin Chewable, Exotic Red Super Fruit, Nature's Plus, 90 Tabs TakeHerb: Ultra Vita Min - Multivitamin & Mineral Supplement, Good'n Natural, 100 Tabs TakeHerb: Diabetes Health Pack, Nature Made, 30 Tabs TakeHerb: Diabetic Multiple Formula, 90 Tabs TakeHerb: Ultra Vitamin - Multivitamin & Multimineral Supplement, Good'n Natural, 100 Tabs TakeHerb: Epresat Adult Multivitamin, Floradix Herbal Extracts, 8.5 oz. TakeHerb: Formula VM-2000 Multi-Nutrient System With Herbs, Solgar, 2 Tabs TakeHerb: Alive Once Daily, Womens 50 Plus Ultra Balanced, Natures Way, 60 Tabs TakeHerb: Alive Once Daily, Mens 50 Plus Ultra Complete, Natures Way, 60 Tabs
Oxy-Cleanse Earth's Bounty	As directed on label.	Removes harmful anaerobic pathogens from digestive tract.
Vitamin A	10,000 to 25,000 IU daily. If you are pregnant, do not exceed 10,000 IU daily.	Needed for tissue repair and immune function.
Kalyx: Vitamin A & D, TwinLab Allergy D, 10,000 IU / 400 IU, 100 Caps House of Nutrition: Vitamin A, Nature's Life, 10,000 IU, 100 Softgels House of Nutrition: Vitamin A, Nature's Life, 10,000 IU, 250 Softgels House of Nutrition: Vitamin A, Nature's LIfe, 25,000 IU, 100 Softgels House of Nutrition: Vitamin A & D-3, BlueBonnet, 25,000 I.U. / 1000 I.U., 100Softgels House of Nutrition: Vitamin A Suppositories, Wise Woman Herbal, 10 Count House of Nutrition: Vitamin A Suppositories, Wise Woman Herbal, 30 Count House of Nutrition: Solaray's Emulsified Dry Vitamin A, 25,000 IU, 60 Caps House of Nutrition: Thompson's Nutritional Vitamin A & D Fish Liver Oil, 10,000 IU / 400 IU, 30 Softgels House of Nutrition: Vitamin A Palmitate, Carlson Lab, 15,000 IU, 120 Gels House of Nutrition: Vitamin A, BlueBonnet, 1000 IU, 100 Softgels TakeHerb: Vitamin A, NOW Foods, 10,000 IU, 100 Softgels TakeHerb: Vitamin A, Nature's Way, 10,000 IU, 100 Softgels
Plus Natural Beta-Carotene Or Carotenoid Complex (Betatene)	10,000 IU daily. As directed on label.	An antioxidant and precursor of vitamin A. Needed by all cells for repair and rebuilding.
Kalyx: Beta Carotene, Thompson Nutritional, 25,000 IU, 30 Softgels Kalyx: Beta Carotene, Schiff, 25,000 IU, 90 Softgels Kalyx: Beta Carotene, FoodScience Laboratories, 25,000 IU, 180 Softgels Kalyx: Beta Carotene, Thompson Nutritional, 25,000 IU, 30 Softgels HerbsPro: Carotenoid Complex, Country Life, 60 Softgels House of Nutrition: Biochem Phyto-Nutrient Carotenoid Complex, Country Life, 60 Softgels House of Nutrition: Carotenoid Complex, Pharmax, 60 Caps TakeHerb: Advanced Carotenoid Complex, Solgar, 60 Softgels TakeHerb: LycoPom, New Chapter, 60 VCaps TakeHerb: NAT Beta Carotene, NOW Foods, 25,000 IU, 180 Softgels TakeHerb: Oceanic Beta Carotene, Solgar, 25,000 IU, 180 Softgels
Vitamin B Complex	50 mg 3 times daily, before meals.	Aids in proper digestion of fats, carbohydrates, and protein. Use a high-potency formula. A sublingual form is best.
Kalyx: Super Vitamin B-Complex With B-12, Schiff, 120 Caps Kalyx: Vitamin B-Complex, Schiff, 50 mg, 100 Tabs Kalyx: Vitamin B-Complex, Schiff, From Whole Rice, 50 mg, 100 Softgels Kalyx: B-Complex Gummy Vitamins, Be Calm Strawberry For Adults, Nutrition Now, 70 Gummy Chewables Kalyx: Complete B-Complex, Rainbow Light, 180 Tabs Kalyx: Stress B-Complex, TwinLab, 100 Caps Kalyx: Vitamin B-100 Complex, Thompson, 60 Tabs HerbsPro: Liquid B-Complex With Vitamin B-12, NOW Foods, 8 oz. HerbsPro: Platinum Vitamin-B Complex, Nature's Answer, 16 oz. HerbsPro: Liquid Yeast B Complex, TwinLab, 16 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Coenzymate B Complex, Sublingual Orange, Source Naturals, 120 Tabs HerbsPro: Coenzymate B Complex, Sublingual Peppermint, Source Naturals, 120 Tabs HerbsPro: Stress B-Complex, TwinLab, 250 Caps HerbsPro: Super B Complex, Herbal Liquid, TwinLab, 8 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Super B Complex, Regular Liquid Formula, 8 fl. oz. HerbsPro: B Complex Liquid, World Organics, 16 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Maxi B-50 Complex, Maxi-Health Research, 100 Caps HerbsPro: Coenzymate B Complex, Sublingual Orange, Source Naturals, 60 Tabs TakeHerb: Liquid B Complex, B Vitamins With Energy Herbs, Tropical Oasis, 16 oz. TakeHerb: Super B-Complex Regular Liquid, TwinLab, 8 oz. TakeHerb: Liquid Yeast B-Complex, TwinLab, 16 oz. TakeHerb: Ultra B Liquid, World Organics, In Raisin Juice, 16 oz. TakeHerb: Liquid B-Complex, With Vitamin C, Strawberry Flavor, Lifetime, 16 oz.
Plus Extra Vitamin B-12	1,000-2,000 mcg daily.	To aid in digestion and prevent anemia.
HerbsPro: Vitamin B-12 Sublingual, Source Naturals, 2000 mcg, 100 Tabs HerbsPro: Vitamin B-12 Gummy Chewables, Raspberry Flavor, Nutrition Now, 100 Count HerbsPro: Vitamin B-12 Lozenges, Nature's Way, 2000 mcg, 100 Lozenges HerbsPro: Vitamin B-12 with Folic Acid Sublingual, Natural Cherry, Country Life, 500 mcg, 100 Lozenges TakeHerb: Vitamin B-Complex B-12 Sublingual Liquid, Good'n Natural, Promotes Energy Metabolism, 2 oz. TakeHerb: Vitamin B-12 Liquid B-Complex, NOW Foods, 2 oz. TakeHerb: Vitamin B-12 Liquid B-Complex, NOW Foods, 8 oz. TakeHerb: Sublingual Liquid B-12 With B-Complex, 2000 mcg, Solgar, 2 oz. TakeHerb: Vegan Sublingual B-12, Deva Nutrition, 90 Tabs TakeHerb: Ultra Vitamin B-12, NOW Foods, 4 fl. oz.
And Folic Acid	200 mcg daily.	Deficiency may result in constipation.
Kalyx: Folic Acid, Country Life, 800 mcg, 250 Tabs Kalyx: Folic Acid, TwinLab, 800 mcg, 100 Caps Kalyx: Folic Acid, Natures Way, 800 mcg, 100 Caps HerbsPro: Folic Acid, Country Life, 800 mcg, 250 Tabs HerbsPro: Folic Acid, FoodScience of Vermont, 800 mcg, 60 Caps HerbsPro: Folic Acid, Jarrow Formulas, 800 mcg, 100 Caps HerbsPro: Folic Acid, Natures Way, 800 mcg, 100 Caps HerbsPro: Folic Acid, Source Naturals, 800 mcg, 500 Tabs HerbsPro: Folic Acid, Source Naturals, 800 mcg, 1000 Tabs HerbsPro: Folic Acid, 800 mcg, Source Naturals, 200 Tabs HerbsPro: Folic Acid, TwinLab, 800 mcg, 200 Caps HerbsPro: Folic Acid, Olympian Labs, 800 mcg, 100 Caps House of Nutrition: Pathway Folic Acid, 100 mcg, 4 oz. House of Nutrition: Kal's Micro Folic Acid, 400 mcg, 180 Tabs House of Nutrition: Pathway's Folic Acid Liquid, 4 oz. TakeHerb: Vitamin B-12 & Folic Acid Drops Liquid Eztract, Health Herbs, 1 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Folic Acid, Natrol, 400 mcg, 100 Tabs
Vitamin D-3	400 mg daily.	Aids in preventing constipation.
Kalyx: Vitamin D-3, Maximum Strength, Natrol, 10,000 IU, 60 Tabs Kalyx: Vitamin D-3, Lemon Flavored, Thompson, 2500 IU, 90 Chewable Tabs Kalyx: Vitamin D, Shiff, 2000 IU, 100 Tabs Kalyx: Vitamin D Gummy Vitamins For Adults, Nutrition Now, Blackberry, Peach & Strawberry, 2000 IU, 75 Count Kalyx: Vitamin D-3, Fast Dissolve Wild Cherry, Natrol, 2000 IU, 90 Mini Tabs Kalyx: Dry Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol), Solaray, For Fat-Restricted Diets, 1000 IU, 90 Tabs Kalyx: Vitamin D-3 Plus Fish Oil, Heart & Immune Support, Natrol, 1000 IU, 90 Softgels Kalyx: Vitamin D Gummy Slices, Slice of Life, Natural Lemon Flavor, 1000 IU, 60 Slices Kalyx: Vitamin D Sunny Gummies, Rainbow Light, Lemon Flavor, 1000 IU, 100 Count Kalyx: Vitamin D Yummi Bears, Hero Nutrition, 600 IU, 60 Count Kalyx: Vitamin D (Fish Liver Oil), Thompson, 400 IU, 30 Softgels Kalyx: Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol), Thompson, 400 IU, 30 Tabs Kalyx: Vitamin D (Fish Liver Oil), Thompson, 400 IU, 30 Softgels TakeHerb: Vitamin D-3, Life Extension, 5000 IU, 60 Caps TakeHerb: Vitamin D-3 Fast Acting Liquid, Good'n Natural, 5000 IU, 2 oz. TakeHerb: Vitamin D-3 Drops, Animal Parade, Nature's Plus, 200 IU, 10 ml
Plus Calcium	1,500 mg daily.	Needed for proper muscle contraction. May also help prevent colon cancer.
Gold Crown Natural Products: Liquid Calcium with Vitamin D, 1200 mg / 400 IU, 60 Softgels Kalyx: Calcium With Vitamin D, TwinLab, 1000 mg / 400 IU, 120 Tabs Kalyx: Calcium Citrate Powder, Frontier Natural, 1 lb. Kalyx: Calcium Complex, Calcium & Magnesium, All One, 1000 mg / 500 mg, 8.5 oz. HerbsPro: Calcium Plus Liquid, French Vanilla, Buried Treasure Products, 16 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Calcium Plus Liquid, Blueberry, Buried Treasure Products, 16 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Calcium with Magnesium Chewable Wafers, Vanilla / Orange, Country Life, 1000 mg / 500 mg, 120 Wafers HerbsPro: Calcium Magnesium Complex Powder, All-One Nutri-Tech, 1000 mg / 500 mg, 8.5 oz. HerbsPro: Calcium Magnesium Liquid, Mint Flavor, Enzymatic Therapy, 16 oz. HerbsPro: Yummi Bears Vegetarian Calcium With Vitamin D, Hero Nutritional Products, 90 Bears HerbsPro: Calcium Soft Chews, Chocolate, Nutrition Now, 500 mg, 75 Chews HerbsPro: Calcium Soft Chews, Fruit Flavor, Nutrition Now, 500 mg, 75 Chews HerbsPro: Just An Ounce Liquid Calcium & Magnesium, Almond Flavor, Trimedica, 16 oz. HerbsPro: Calm Plus Calcium, Raspberry-Lemon, Peter Gillhams Natural Vitality, 8 oz. TakeHerb: Bone Strength Take Care, New Chapter, 120 Tabs TakeHerb: Liquid Coral Calcium Complex, Natural Calcium, Dynamic Health Labs, 32 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Osteo Rx, Bone Health & Density, Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals, 120 Tabs TakeHerb: Calcium, Liquid Health, 32 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Calcium Citrate Chew, TwinLab, 1000 mg, 60 Wafers TakeHerb: Total Soy Calcium Shake, Vanilla, Naturade, 1000 mg, 17.3 oz. TakeHerb: Super Calcium-Magnesium With Vitamin D & Boron, Schiff, 1200 mg / 400 mg / 400 IU / 3 mg, 90 Softgels TakeHerb: Super Calcium With Vitamin D, Schiff, 1200 mg / 400 IU, 120 Softgels TakeHerb: Calcium Citrate With Magnesium, TwinLab, 300 mg / 150 mg, 250 Caps TakeHerb: Coral Calcium Complete Liquid, Buried Treasure, 32 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Coral Calcium Powder, Source Naturals, 8 oz.
And Magnesium	750 mg daily.	Works with calcium to regulate muscle tone.
Kalyx: Magnesium, Thompson Nutritional, 100 mg, 120 Tabs Kalyx: Magnesium, TwinLab, 400 mg, 100 Caps Kalyx: Magnesium, TwinLab, 400 mg, 200 Caps Kalyx: Magnesium Chloride Liquid, Nutricology, 8 oz. Kalyx: Magnesium Citrate Powder, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. Kalyx: Magnesium Citrate Powder, Frontier Natural, 1 lb. Kalyx: Magnesium Malate, Thompson Nutritional, 400 mg, 120 Tabs HerbsPro: Chelated Magnesium, Country Life, 250 mg, 180 Tabs HerbsPro: Buried Treasure Liquid Magnesium, 16 oz. HerbsPro: Bone Builder With Magnesium Glycinate, Ethical Nutrients, 220 Tabs TakeHerb: Chelated Magnesium, Solgar, 400 mg, 100 Tabs TakeHerb: Chelated Magnesium, Solgar, 400 mg, 250 Tabs TakeHerb: Magnesium Blend Liquid, Orange Vanilla, Lifetime, 16 fl. oz.
Vitamin E	200-600 IU daily. Take before meals.	Aids in healing of the colon.
Mountain Rose Herbs: Vitamin E Oil, Mixed Tocopherols, GMO Free, Kosher Certified, 7500 IU per oz., 2 oz. to 1 gallon Kalyx: Vitamin E One Grand, Thompson Nutritional, 1000 IU, 30 Softgels TakeHerb: Natural Vitamin E Oil, Good'n Natural, 30000 IU, 2.5 oz. TakeHerb: Vitamin E, Good'n Natural, 1000 IU, 100 Softgels TakeHerb: Vitamin E, D-Alpha Tocopherol Acetate, NOW Foods, 600 IU, 100 Softgels TakeHerb: Natural Dry Vitamin E, Country Life, 400 IU, 100 Tabs TakeHerb: Vitamin E, Dry, 100% Natural, TwinLab, 400 IU, 100 Caps TakeHerb: Vitamin E, D-Alpha Tocopherol, Source Naturals, 400 IU, 250 Softgels TakeHerb: Vitamin E, Mixed Alpha Tocopherol, Solgar, 400 IU, 100 Softgels TakeHerb: Vitamin E, Natural With Mixed Tocopherols, Enzymatic Therapy, 400 IU, 100 Softgels TakeHerb: Vitamin E, D-Alpha Tocopherol, Source Naturals, 200 IU, 250 Softgels TakeHerb: Vitamin E, Mixed Tocopherols, Solgar, 200 IU, 250 Softgels TakeHerb: Vitamin E, Dry Alpha Tocopherol, Solgar, 200 IU, 100 VCaps TakeHerb: Vitamin E, D-Alpha Tocopherol Acetate, Natural, 21st Century, 200 IU, 110 Softgels TakeHerb: Vitamin E, Mixed Tocopherols, Solgar, 100 IU, 250 Softgels

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CONSTIPATION SUPPLEMENTAL PRODUCTS Supplements and information for help with constipation, the difficulty of passing stools from the body. ACACIA FIBER PRODUCTS Acacia is a natural, pure, certified organic, soluble dietary fiber produced from the gum of the Acacia tree (also known as gum arabic). Acacia is a natural plant water-soluble fiber that has been harvested for millennia in Africa; its recorded dietary use dates back to the Egyptian pharaohs. Pure soluble fiber supplements are helpful not just for IBS, but also for inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) such as Crohn's and Ulcerative Colitis, plus diverticulosis and diverticulitis. Acacia is simply an organic, prebiotic soluble fiber supplement with absolutely nothing else added, and it normalizes bowel function naturally in the same manner as soluble fiber foods. Directions: Add Acacia to cup, then add liquid or add Acacia to moist foods. 1 level teaspoon = 2 grams soluble fiber. 1 lb. has 180 teaspoon doses. Start with a low dose and gradually increase. Take 1-3 times a day. TakeHerb: Organic Acacia Fiber Powder, Now Foods, 12 oz. AGAR AGAR KELP-SEAWEED SUPPLEMENTS & PRODUCTS Agar Agar, kelp supplement, is a gelatinous substance obtained from several varieties of seaweed and used as a bulk laxative and as a treatment for hyperthyroidism. Agar is a red algae that is a unique vegetable substitute for gelatin. Called Agar Agar, it has been used as a food ingredient in the Far East for centuries. Agar Powder is derived entirely from natural seaweed. Agar can be used as a vegetable substitute for gelatin. Dilute 2 tablespoons of Agar Powder in 1 pint of water or fruit juice. Cook for 5 minutes and then add fruit or vegetables. Pour into mold, and refrigerate until hard. Mountain Rose Herbs: Organic Seaweeds & Sea Vegetables Kalyx: Agar Agar Powder (Gelidiella acerosa), Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. Kalyx: Agar Agar Powder (Gelidiella acerosa), Frontier Bulk Herbs, 1 lb. Kalyx: Agar Agar Extract (Gelidum mansli). Health & Herbs, 2 fl. oz. Kalyx: Agar Agar Extract (Gelidiella mansli), Health & Herbs, 8 fl. oz. House of Nutrition: Agar Powder, Now Foods, 2 oz. House of Nutrition: Agar Powder, Now Foods, 2 lb. TakeHerb: Agar Agar Powder, Frontier Bulk Herbs, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Agar Agar Powder (Gelidiella acerosa), Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Agar Agar Extract, Health Herbs, 2 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Agar Powder, Now Foods, 2 oz. TakeHerb: Agar Powder, Now Foods, 2 lbs. ALOELAX PRODUCTS Aloelax is a proprietary blend containing Aloe Vera (latex, leaf) and Fennel Seed (530 mg). Aloelax is a maximum strength herbal stimulant laxative, an all natural remedy for constipation. This product generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours. Adults and children over 15 years of age the oral dosage is one capsule daily. Take at bedtime, or when needed, with a full 8 ounce glass of water, juice or other liquid. Children under 15 years of age, consult a health care provider. HerbsPro: Aloelax With Fennel Seed, Natures Way, 530 mg, 100 VCaps House of Nutrition: Aloelax With Fennel Seed, Natures Way, 530 mg, 100 VCaps TakeHerb: Aloelax With Fennel Seed, Natures Way, 530 mg, 100 VCaps ALOEMAXLAX PRODUCTS AloeMaxLax is specially formulated for those with tough constipation. This is a proprietary blend containing 445 mg per capsul of Aloe Vera (latex, leaf), Buckthorn Bark, Cascara Sagrada extract (casanthranol) and Fennel Seed. It delivers relief of occasional constipation and irregularity. It is an excellent all natural constipation remedy. This product generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours. Recommended daily dosage is one capsule for adults and children over 15 years of age: Take at bedtime or when needed, with a full eight ounce glass of water, juice or other liquid. Do not take more than one capsule in 24 hours. As with any medicine, if pregnant or nursing a baby, seek advice of a health professional before using this product. This package is not child resistant. Not suitable for homes with small children or store it where a child will not find it. TakeHerb: AloeMaxLax With Cascara Sagrada, Natures Way, 445 mg, 100 VCaps ALOE VERA LAXATIVE PRODUCTS Aloe Vera has received an enormous amount of positive Press for its benefits in helping IBS, irritable bowel syndrome. It is also useful with other digestive problems, including many types of stomach inflammation. Its properties are those of healing and soothing. It has a gentle laxative effect on the bowels. TakeHerb: Aloe Vera Juice, Orange Mango Flavor, Dynamic Health Labs, 32 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Aloe Vera Juice, Unflavored, Dynamic Health Labs, 32 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Aloe Vera Juice, Cranberry Flavor, Dynamic Health Labs, 32 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Aloe Vera Latex & Leaf, Natures Way, 100 VCaps TakeHerb: Aloe Vera Inner Leaf, Mild Laxative, Natures Herbs, 100 Caps TakeHerb: Naturalax 3 With Aloe Vera, Natures Way, 100 VCaps ALOE VERA JUICE & GEL PRODUCTS The magnificent Aloe plant, that is designed to be self-sufficient & thrive in the desert, feeds us in unique ways with its 250+ naturally occurring constituents including: enzymes, amino acids, essential fatty acids, vitamins, minerals, glycoproteins, sterols, growth factors, & all sizes of uniquely complex Aloe polysaccharides and mannans. Mountain Rose Herbs: Aloe Vera Leaf & Powder, Organic Bulk Herbs Mountain Rose Herbs: Aloe Vera Gel, Organic Bulk Herbs, 8 oz to 5 gallon sizes Kalyx: Aloe Vera Gel (Aloe Barbadensis Officinalis), Nature's Herbs, 50 Softgels Kalyx: Aloe Vera Gel, Starwest Botanicals, 16 fl. oz. Kalyx: Aloe Vera Juice, Preservative Free, Organic, Lily of the Desert, 16 fl. oz. Kalyx: Aloe Vera Juice, Preservative Free, Organic, Lily of the Desert, 32 fl. oz. Kalyx: Aloe Vera Juice, Preservative Free, Organic, Lily of the Desert, 1 gallon HerbsPro: Organic Aloe Vera Juice, Orange-Mango Flavor, Dynamic Health, 32 oz. HerbsPro: Organic Aloe Vera Juice, Cranberry Flavor, Dynamic Health, 32 oz. TakeHerb: Aloe Vera Gel & Juice, Wild Berry Flavor, Nature's Way, 1 Liter TakeHerb: Aloe Vera Concentrated Gel, NOW Foods, 4 oz. TakeHerb: Aloe Vera, Now Foods, 5000 mg, 100 Softgels TakeHerb: Aloe Vera Gel, Nature's Herbs, 50 Softgels TakeHerb: Aloe Farms Aloe Vera Gel, Organic, NOW Foods, 32 oz. AMALAKI PRODUCTS Amalaki is an Ayurvedic effective against allergies, anemia, cold and flu, constipation, diabetes, digestive disorders and liver problems. As one of the three ingredients in triphala, Amalaki is a potent rejuvenative that nourishes the tissues and gently removes toxins. It is generally taken in place of triphala by those with excess heat in the digestive tract. Amalaki is said to support proper function of the liver, spleen, heart and lungs. It has also been used to purify the blood, support vision, strengthen the bones and teeth, and support hair and nail growth. It improves the digestive fire without aggravating pitta, maintains a healthy blood sugar level and is a rich natural source of antioxidants. Ayurvedic Herbs Direct: Amalaki, Vadik Herbs, 100 Count Ayurvedic Herbs Direct: Amalaki, Detoxification & Rejuvenation For Pitta, Banyan, 500 mg, 90 Tabs Ayurvedic Herbs Direct: Amalaki, Vitamin C & Antioxidant Boost, Organic India, 90 VCaps Ayurvedic Herbs Direct: Amla C, Natural Antioxidant, Himalaya, 60 Caplets Ayurvedic Herbs Direct: Bhumy Amalaki, Organic Herbs, Vadik Herbs, 100 VCaps Ayurvedic Herbs Direct: LaxaCare (HerboLax), Nature's Balanced Bowel Regulator Formula, Himalaya, 60 Caps LaxaCare (known internationally as HerboLax or VegeLax) is all-natural, gentle bowel support for occasional constipation caused by improper diet, low fluid consumption, stress, and other factors affecting the digestive system's efficiency. LaxaCare helps prevent the discomfort associated with occasional constipation without any associated loss of fluids or electrolytes. LaxaCare is a combination of aloes with a number of other non-irritating natural ingredients. Its main component is Indian Jalap (Ipomoea turpethum), a very good natural purgative used in many combinations, with properties enhanced by several other botanicals such as Haritaki (Terminalia chebula). LaxaCare is the ideal natural formula for the relief of occasional constipation. Kalyx: Bhumy Amalaki Herb Powder (Phyllanthus niruri), Bazaar of India, 100 VCaps Kalyx: Bhumy Amalaki Herb Powder (Phyllanthus niruri), Bazaar of India, 8 oz. Kalyx: Amalaki Fruit Powder (Emblica officinalis), Bazaar of India, 100 VCaps Kalyx: Amalaki Fruit Powder (Emblica officinalis), Bazaar of India, 8 oz. House of Nutrition: Amalaki Powder (Emblica officinalis), Banyan Trading Co, 1 lb House of Nutrition: Amalaki, Banyan Trading Co, 500 mg, 90 Tabs TakeHerb: Amalaki, Detoxification & Rejuvenation For Pitta, Banyan Botanicals, 90 Tabs TakeHerb: Amalaki, Organic, Banyan Botanicals, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Bazaar of India, 100 VCaps TakeHerb: Amalaki Fruit, Cut & Sifted, Wildcrafted (Emblica officinalis), Bazaar of India, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Amalaki Fruit Powder, Wildcrafted (Emblica officinalis), Bazaar of India, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Bhumy Amalaki Herb Powder, Wildcrafted (Phyllanthus niruri), Bazaar of India, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Bhumy Amalaki (Phyllanthus niruri), Bazaar of India, 100 VCaps TakeHerb: Amalaki Formula, Organic India, 90 Caps TakeHerb: Amla C, Himalaya, 60 Caps AVIPATTIKAR CHURNA PRODUCTS Avipattikar Churna Powder is useful in acidity, heartburn, loss of appetite, constipation, and hyper-activity. Traditional Indian blend of trikatu, musta, vidanga, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, and raw sugar. Ayurvedic Herbs Direct: Avipattikar, Vadik Herbs, 100 VCaps Kalyx: Avipattikar Churna (Compound), Bazaar of India, 8 oz. Kalyx: Avipattikar Churna, Bazaar of India, 100 VCaps House of Nutrition: Avipattikar, Banyan Trading Co, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Avipattikar, Organic, Banyan Botanicals, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Avipattikar Churna, Wildcrafted, Traditional Formula, Bazaar of India, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Avipattikar Churna, Bazaar of India, 100 VCaps BEKUNIS CHURNA PRODUCTS Bekunis Herb Tea works with the body to gently promote regularity and the excretion of toxic substances which contribute to fatigue. Bekunis provides overnight relief of constipation. Bekunis works with your body's natural processes to relieve simple constipation whenever it occurs. Gently stimulates the large during the night to naturally induct smooth, comfortable elimination in the morning. Bekunis Herbal Tea contains only the fruit and the leaves of the Senna plant - regarded the world over as the ultimate natural laxative. After years of research, it has been standardized for more natural and dependable relief. Directions: Adults, use one rounded teaspoon per cup. Add boiling water, let steep for about 20 minutes then pour off. Add honey or lemon to taste. Children over 6, consult a health care provider. Start with one cup daily, preferably in the evening. If desired, drink one cup before breakfast and one at night just before retiring. Warnings: Do not use when abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting are present. Frequent or prolonged use of laxatives may result in dependence on laxatives. If constipation persists consult a health care provider. As with any drug, if you are pregnant or nursing a baby, seek the advice of your midwife or health care provider before using this product. Keep out of reach of children. Kalyx: Bekunis Instant Tea, Gentle Overnight Laxative Tea, 0.53 oz. TakeHerb: Bekunis Regular Tea, Gentle Senna Laxative, Bekunis, 2.83 oz. BIBITAKI PRODUCTS Known to the scientific world as Terminalia belerica is a large deciduous tree traditionally called as Baheda or Bibitaki. It is a natural laxative. Baheda or Bibitaki is a large decidious tree known to the scientific world as Terminalia belerica. It is unique in being both laxative and astringent, so it purges the bowels, while simultaneously toning the tissues of the digestive tract. It is used in coughs, sore throat and dyspepsia. It is also a mild laxative and demulcent. It is one of the key ingredients in Trifala, which is a blend of Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Bibitaki (Terminalia belerica) and Haritaki (Terminalia chebula). Trifala is used in hair care, diseases of liver and gastro-intestinal tract. Kalyx: Bibitaki Fruit Powder (Terminalia belerica), Vadik Herbs, 100 Caps Kalyx: Bibitaki Fruit Powder (Terminalia belerica), Bazaar of India, 8 oz. TakeHerb: Bibitaki (Terminalia belerica), Bazaar of India, 100 VCaps TakeHerb: Bibitaki Fruit Powder, Wildcrafted (Terminalia belerica), Bazaar of India, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Bibitaki Fruit, Cut & Sifted, Wildcrafted (Terminalia belerica), Bazaar of India, 1 lb. BILWA PRODUCTS Bilwa is used as a remedy for a number of ailments and is especially useful in treating symptoms such as constipation and diarrhea caused by Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Bilwa is a woody tree, native to India. Now naturalized in Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand and most of southeastern Asian countries. A perennial woody tree grown in kitchen gardens, boundary plantation around mango orchards and in forest plantations in most of the states of India. Various parts of the tree are used for its curative, pesticidal and nutritive properties. Fresh half ripe Bael fruit is mildly astringent and used to cure dysentery, diarrhea, hepatitis, tuberculosis, dyspepsia and good for heart and brain. Roots have antidiarrhetic, antidote to snake venom, anti-inflammatory and wound healing properties. The Bael fruit is one of the most nutritious fruits, rich in riboflavin and used for the preparation of a number of products like candy, squash, toffee, slab, pulp powder and nectar. The leaves and seed oil have pesticidal properties. Ayurvedic Herbs Direct: Bilwa (Aegle marmelos), Vadik Herbs, 100 VCaps Kalyx: Bilwa Fruit Powder (Aegle marmelos), Vadik Herbs, 100 VCaps Kalyx: Bilwa Fruit Powder (Aegle marmelos), Bazaar of India, 8 oz. TakeHerb: Bilwa (Aegle marmelos), Bazaar of India, 100 VCaps TakeHerb: Bilwa Fruit Powder, Wildcrafted (Aegle marmelos), Bazaar of India, 1 lb. BOWEL BALANCE WELLNESS OIL PRODUCTS This oil works wonderfully for constipation and also for Irritable Bowel Syndrome. With regular use you will create a healthy, balanced digestive system. Directions: Apply to abdomen in a clockwise direction as needed. For external use only, keep out of reach of children. Ingredients: grapeseed oil and an essential oil blend of rosemary, orange, black pepper. TakeHerb: Bowel Balance Wellness Oil, Natures Inventory, 2 fl. oz. CASCARA SAGRADA PRODUCTS Cascara sagrada is used to help the body relieve constipation. However, it is reputed not to be habit-forming and also nutritionally supports the stomach, liver, pancreas, and gallbladder. It is cleansing, as well as nourishing, to the colon. It is also known to assist with digestion, and help the body to eliminate worms and parasites. Cascara Sagrada is a mild laxative, acting principally on the large intestine. It is considered suitable for delicate and elderly persons, and may with advantage be given in chronic constipation, being generally administered in the form of the fluid extract. It acts also as a stomachic tonic and bitter, in small doses, promoting gastric digestion and appetite. Mountain Rose Herbs: Cascara Sagrada, Certified Organic & Wildcrafted Bulk Herbs Kalyx: CAC Liquid Colon & Liver Cleanser Extract, Health & Herbs, 32 fl. oz. Kalyx: Cascara Sagrada, Natures Herbs, 450 mg, 100 Caps Kalyx: Cascara Sagrada, Natures Way, 425 mg, 100 Caps Kalyx: Cascara Sagrada, Thompson Nutritional, 450 mg, 60 Caps Kalyx: Cascara Sagrada, Aged Bark, Natures Answer, 90 VCaps Kalyx: Cascara Sagrada Bark, Cut & Sifted, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. Kalyx: Cascara Sagrada Bark, Cut & Sifted, Frontier Bulk Herbs, 1 lb. Kalyx: Cascara Sagrada Bark Powder, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. Kalyx: Cascara Sagrada Bark Extract, Health & Herbs, 2 fl. oz. Kalyx: Cascara Sagrada Bark Extract, Natures Answer, 3 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Cascara Sagrada Extract, Herb Pharm, 4 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Cascara Sagrada Extract, Eclectic Institute, 2 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Cascara Sagrada, Natures Herbs, 100 Caps HerbsPro: Cascara Sagrada, Natures Way, 100 Caps HerbsPro: Cascara Sagrada Aged Bark, Natures Way, 180 Caps HerbsPro: Cascara Sagrada, Now Foods, 450 mg, 250 Caps HerbsPro: Cascara Sagrada, Single Herb, Dr. Christophers Formulas, 100 VCaps House of Nutrition: Cascara Sagrada Extract, Herb Pharm, 8 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Cascara Sagrada Bark Extract, Health Herbs, 2 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Colon Cleanse Tea, Cascara Sagrada With Pleasant Peppermint Flavor, Health Plus, 30 Tea Bags TakeHerb: Cascara Sagrada Bark Powder, Wildcrafted, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Cascara Sagrada Bark, Cut & Sifted, Wildcrafted, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Cascara Sagrada Bark, Wildcrafted, Starwest Botanicals, 400 mg, 100 Caps TakeHerb: Thisilyn Cleanse Herbal Kit, Complete Cleansing System, Natures Way, 1 Kit TakeHerb: Thisilyn Cleanse Mineral Kit, Complete Cleansing System, Natures Way, 1 Kit CASTOR OIL PRODUCTS Castor Oil can be taken internally for its laxative effect or be applied to the skin as a softener. Castor oil has long been recognized as a powerful laxative which may be used for the relief of occasional constipation. Castor oil is a natural emollient to the skin. The USP food grade oil is basically tastless and odorless. However, if you have problems with the taste, the taste may be disguised by administering it covered by Lemon oil, Sassafras oil and other essential oils, or floating on Peppermint or Cinnamon water, or coffee, or shaken up with glycerine, or given in fresh or warmed milk, the dose varying from 1 to 4 teaspoonsful. Probably the best way, however, is to administer it in capsules. Small repeated doses may be given in the intestinal colic of children. It may also be made into an emulsion with the yolk of an egg or mucilage; or with orange-wine or gin. To take as a laxative, mix desire quantity (1 to 4 teaspoons) in a glass of orange juice, stir well, and drink down immediately before the oil separates from the juice (this remedy is often used by midwives to start labor in a pregnant mother whose baby ready to be birthed. For more information about castor oil and labor induction, see Initiating Labor). Mountain Rose Herbs: Castor Oil, Certified Organic Bulk Oils, 16 fl. oz. to 5 gallons Kalyx: Castor Oil, Heritage Store, Carrier & Supplement Oil, 4 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Castor Oil, Home Health, 8 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Castor Oil, Cold Pressed, Heritage Products, 8 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Castor Oil, Now Foods, 650 mg, 120 Softgels CASTOR OIL POWDER PRODUCTS Kalyx: Castor Oil Plant (Ricinus communis) Powdered Extract 4:1, Kalyx, 1 kg (2.2 lbs.) CAC PRODUCTS CAC liquid is a colon and liver cleanser, a blood cleanser and detoxifier as well as a blood cleanser that serves to regulate the bowel movements so that the stool is so soft it breaks up into a cloud. Use of this cleansing liquid has many additional benefits. It improves overall digestion, strengthens the immunity, makes the skin more emollient and flexible, clears the eyes, and provides an overall tonic effect on the body. This is not habit forming and will tone the digestive tract and you will use less over time. Kalyx: CAC Liquid Colon & Liver Cleanser Extract, Organic, Health & Herbs, 16 fl. oz. Kalyx: CAC Liquid Colon & Liver Cleanser Extract, Organic, Health & Herbs, 32 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Truman's Colon & Liver Cleanser, CAC Liquid, Health Herbs, 16 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Truman's Colon & Liver Cleanser, CAC Liquid, Health Herbs, 32 fl. oz. BOOKS - COLON HEALTH Presents a complete program for rejuvenating the entire body and for reviving ailing health through colon cleansing and nourishment. Amazon: Colon Health Key to Vibrant Life, By Dr. Norman W. Walker Amazon: Colon Health: The Key to Vibrant Life, By Dr. Normon W. Walker (In Paperback) EASY MOVE TCM PRODUCTS Easy Move & Colon Clean is made of hemp seed, bitter apricot seed, medicinal rhubarb, costus root, tangerine peel and common peony root, colon cleanse herbs. Chinese medicine uses this famous formula to moisten the intestines, increase peristalsis, facilitate bowel movement, clean internal heat and eliminate congestion and bloating. Direction for Use: As a dietary supplement, take 3 to 5 capsules 3 times daily. Not recommended for use by pregnant woman. Store in a cool and dry place out of the reach of children. Balanceuticals formulas are formulated and manufactured according to the most stringent quality standards and the most up-to-date achievements in traditional Chinese medicine. They are screened for quality and safety by a specialist group at the China Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, the highest research institution for traditional Chinese medicine. Chinese Herbs Direct: Easy Move & Colon Clean, TCM Formula, Maren Runchang, 100% Natural, 60 Caps Kalyx: Easy Move & Colon Clean, Balanceuticals, 60 Caps HerbsPro: Easy Move & Colon Clean, Balanceuticals, 60 Caps House of Nutrition: Easy Move & Colon Clean, Balanceuticals, 60 Caps TakeHerb: Easy Move & Clean Colon, Health King, 60 Caps GRAPEFRUIT FIBER - PECTIN PRODUCTS Pure Grapefruit Fiber is a good source of Dietary Fiber. Food surveys have shown that the fiber content of the American diet is typically half of government recommended levels. Grapefruit fiber powder can be a convenient way to increase the intake of fiber. TakeHerb: Grapefruit Pectin, Now Foods, 500 mg, 120 VCaps TakeHerb: Grapefruit Pectin, Good'n Natural, 1000 mg, 120 Tabs TakeHerb: Grapefruit Cholesterol Fighter, Only Natural, 100 Tabs TakeHerb: Grapefruit Pectin, Source Naturals, 1000 mg, 240 Tabs TakeHerb: Grapefruit Pectin Powder, Source Naturals, 16 oz. TakeHerb: Oat Bran Plus, Now Foods, 100 Tabs Contains Apple Fiber, Apple Psyllium Fiber, Orange Psyllium Fiber, Grapefruit Fiber, Oat Bran, Psyllium Husk Whole and Powder, Psyllium Husk Capsules and Rice Bran. As a dietary supplement, take 3 tablets twice daily, with a large glass of water or juice. HERBAL DETOX PRODUCTS Our One Hour Detox Flush comes in handy when you need to be clean quick. It works in 60 minutes and lasts for up to 5 hours. Available in two delicous flavors: Wild Berry and Orange. Shake bottle. Drink the entire bottle of Detox Flush One Hour Formula. Wait 15 minutes while formulation takes effect. Refill the empty bottle with water, shake well and drink the entire contents. Urinate frequently and repeat previous step if needed. It takes one hours for this formula to become effective. Warning: Avoid alcohol and soft-drinks during this time. Avoid all unnecessary medications and toxins for 24-36 hours. No food or beverage for 4 to 6 hours before administering. TakeHerb: Herbal Detox Flush, Wild Berry Flavor, Theramune Nutritionals, 16 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Detox Flush, Theramune Nutritionals, 60 Caps KOMBUCHA PRODUCTS Kombucha is a medicinal mushroom that may be beneficial for cancer, allergies, arthritis, intestinal disorders, circulation related problems, energy levels, HIV, AIDS, and overall health and vitality. 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Kalyx: Psyllium Husk, Bazaar of India, Plantago ovata, 1 lb. Kalyx: Psyllium Husk, Starwest Botanicals, 500 mg, 100 Caps Kalyx: Psyllium Husk, Starwest Botanicals, 500 mg, 500 VCaps Kalyx: Psyllium Husk Powder, Certified Organic (Plantago ovata), Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. Kalyx: Smoothe Move Fiber With Organic Psylllium, Traditional Medicinals, 180 Caps Kalyx: Truman's Fiber, 12 oz. ROSE PETAL PRODUCTS Rose Petals are an astringent and stomachic. Rose Petals (Rosa centifolia) is used as a tonic for general weakness and exhaustion providing increased strength to the heart and the head. Useful as a mild laxative; it is also astringent which makes it useful for hemorrhage and for healing wounds. Rose petals give a peaceful feeling, and rose water can be used for rough, dry, chapped skin. For headaches, dizziness, as a heart and nerve tonic. Supports the calming response in the brain. Also helps mouth sores. Use 6 to 12 drops in juice, water, under the tongue or as desired. May be taken 3 times daily. Shake well. Store in cool dark place. Keep out of reach of children. TakeHerb: Rose Petals Extract, Health Herbs, 2 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Essence of Pure Rose Petals, North American Herb & Spice, 12 fl. oz. SENNA LEAF PRODUCTS Senna encourages bowel movements by inhibiting the smooth muscles that retain stool and stimulating the smooth muscles that push stool through the intestine. The herb doesn't work unless the sennosides in the herb are transformed into rheinanthrones by beneficial bacteria in the colon. The leaf of senna is fairly powerful and for a more mild effect, it is recommended that you use the pods. Mountain Rose Herbs: Senna Leaf & Powder, Certified Organic Bulk Herbs Kalyx: Senna Leaf, Natures Answer, 450 mg, 90 VCaps Kalyx: Senna Leaf (Cassia angustifolia) 4:1, Herbal Extracts Plus, 600 mg, 90 VCaps Kalyx: Senna Leaf (Cassia angustifolia), Cut & Sifted, Certified Organic, 1 lb. 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