Oil from constipation: how to take and what to choose
Many people suffer from constipation. The frequency of this problem has significantly increased over the past decades, which is associated with a sedentary lifestyle and malnutrition. The main methods of combating constipation are a diet rich in fiber and physical activity. In case of ineffectiveness of these measures, some patients use oil, vegetable or mineral constipation.
Oils soften the stool, reduce surface friction, stimulate intestinal peristalsis, which contributes to the resolution of constipation. This is one of the safest and most effective methods of combating constipation.
Why is oil applied to constipation?
Oil for the fight against constipation has been used for a very long time. In different species of this substance the mechanism of action on the intestine may differ. However, in most cases, vegetable or mineral oils help keep the digestive tract in the lumen, soften the stool and reduce its friction with the walls of the intestine. That is why most of them belong to the class of lubricant( lubricating) laxatives.
How effective is it?
The use of oil in constipation combined with proper nutrition and physical activity is an effective and safe method of treating constipation, which facilitates the condition in most patients.
Which oil is used for constipation
All oils used for constipation are of vegetable or mineral origin. The most effective and often used are olive, castor, linseed, sunflower and mineral oils.
Olive oil
One of the most commonly used remedies for constipation.
It works thanks to the following mechanisms:
- Helps release more bile into the intestines, which promotes better digestion of fats. In addition, bile maintains the moisture of the stool, which facilitates its passage through the intestines.
- Relaxes the intestines. The use of olive oil prevents the appearance of swelling, irritation and swelling of the intestines, so that his muscles relax and facilitate defecation.
- Softens the stools, covers them with a slippery film.
- Stimulates the digestive system. Olive oil normalizes the absorption of nutrients, which makes it easier to empty the intestines.
- Supports the general health of the gastrointestinal tract. Olive oil is rich in vitamins E and K, antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids, the combination of which helps maintain the health of the entire digestive tract and the body as a whole.
In addition, olive oil has many other useful properties. For example, its use reduces the risk of developing diabetes, heart disease, certain types of malignant tumors, arthritis, Alzheimer's disease.
Castor oil
Castor oil, derived from castor oil, has been used to treat constipation for several millennia, since the days of Ancient Egypt.
According to scientific research, ricinolic acid is responsible for the effectiveness of castor oil during constipation. It binds to the receptors of prostaglandins, which are responsible for certain functions of digestion and nervous system, contraction of the uterus. When castor oil is used, ricinol acid binds to prostaglandin receptors in the intestine, thus increasing its activity. It stimulates the walls of the large intestine and helps in its emptying.
In addition, castor oil prevents the absorption of liquid from the digestive tract, which causes the stool to soften and exit more easily from the intestine. Therefore, this substance also belongs simultaneously to lubricant and stimulant laxatives.
Some people are allergic to castor oil, they can not take it.
Also treat constipation with this remedy is contraindicated:
- for pregnant and lactating women;
- for women during menstruation;
- to people with severe abdominal pain;
- to people with intestinal obstruction;
- for patients with cholelithiasis;
- for patients with abdominal pain of unknown etiology;
- for people with gastrointestinal bleeding;
- for people taking diuretics.
Castor oil with constipation acts quickly, its effect occurs when taken orally after 2-6 hours. Therefore, it should not be taken at night, like most soft laxatives, but in the morning.
Like any stimulant laxative, it is not possible to use castor oil for a long time. In chronic use, it can cause a decrease in the intestinal muscle tone and cause chronic constipation. Take castor oil should not be longer than 7 days.
Flaxseed oil
Also often used by patients to eliminate constipation. It, like any kind of fat, stimulates the secretion of bile in the intestines. In addition, linseed oil envelops the feces and softens it, facilitating the emptying of the intestine.
Flaxseed oil is not without its drawbacks, which include rapid oxidation in air and light, which leads to the appearance of toxic properties. Also, this remedy can cause allergic reactions, it can not be used by pregnant and breast-feeding women.
Flaxseed oil can interact with a variety of medicines, including anticoagulants and antihypertensive drugs. Because of this, the risk of bleeding may increase.
Mineral oil
Mineral oil or liquid paraffin is a substance of artificial origin made of oil, a translucent, viscous liquid that is odorless.
Mineral oil removes constipation due to the following properties of :
- It envelops the intestinal wall and feces with a thin layer, which prevents the absorption of liquid, thereby preserving the hydration and soft consistency of the stool.
- It acts as a lubricant, making it easier to slide the stool through the intestines.
The action of mineral oil develops after about 8 hours, so it is best to take it at night, before going to bed.
Nevertheless, patients taking mineral oil from constipation need to be careful. Excessive amount of it can cause stomach cramps and diarrhea. You can not take mineral oil for a long time, as it breaks the ability of the digestive tract to absorb vitamins A, E, K and D. In addition, prolonged treatment with this drug reduces its effectiveness.
Recipes for oils with
Consider the most popular.
Olive oil
For the treatment of constipation, it is best to use extra virgin olive oil of the first cold pressing, as it does not undergo thermal and chemical treatment.
There are several recipes for using olive oil for constipation:
- Drink 1-2 tablespoons. L.Oil from constipation on an empty stomach, after which you can not drink and eat for 1 hour.
- Mix 1 tbsp. L.Oil and 1 tsp. Lemon juice, use at night before bedtime.
- Add 2 tbsp. L.Oil in 1 glass of fresh orange juice, drink in the morning on an empty stomach.
- Add 1 tbsp. L.Butter in 1 cup of yogurt, eat three times a day - the first time on an empty stomach in the morning, the second - during lunch, the third - before going to bed.
- It is necessary to cut the banana into small pieces, to which add 1 tbsp. L.olive oil. Mix everything and eat three times a day.
- Add 1 tbsp. L.Olive oil in 1 tbsp. Warm milk and drink in the morning on an empty stomach.
- You can take olive oil with vegetables that are rich in fiber. They include broccoli, Brussels sprouts, spinach, beans, green peas, celery.
Castor oil
For constipation, take castor oil on an empty stomach. Usually, adult patients are recommended to use 1 tbsp. L.This means. To hide its not very pleasant taste, you can dissolve castor oil in a glass of plum, orange or ginger juice. You can also refrigerate it in the refrigerator for an hour before use.
Flaxseed oil
Flaxseed oil should be taken in the morning, along with breakfast. Use it at the beginning of treatment for 1 tsp, then gradually increase the dose. For most patients with constipation, 2 tsp is sufficient.in a day. You can mix the butter with yogurt, add to salads or porridge.
Mineral oil
To eliminate constipation, the mineral oil is taken orally or injected into the rectum with an enema.
Inside use oil on an empty stomach, 1 hour before meals or 2 hours after eating and at least two hours before bedtime. Adults are recommended to drink 15-45 ml of mineral oil a day. Improve its taste can be by freezing or dissolving in a glass of water, fruit juice, milk.
Rectal administration of mineral oil with an enema leads to the development of a rapid effect. The enema should be placed when the patient lies on his left side with his legs bent. After that, he needs to lie down for a while, wait for the urge to empty his bowels.
Constipation is a real scourge of modern society, leading an unhealthy and sedentary lifestyle. The best methods to combat this problem are normal nutrition and physical activity. In cases of their inefficiency, many patients begin their treatment with the use of various oils - vegetable or mineral. This is an effective and safe means to normalize the intestinal activity.
Author: Taras Nevelichuk, doctor,
specially for Moizhivot.ru
