What kind of water can be used to relieve constipation? 10 natural drinks to help you defecate easily
Recently, the topic of healthy diet and intestinal conditioning has been very popular on the Internet, especially the amount of discussions related to "laxative drinks" has surged. The following are 10 effective laxative soaking solutions selected from hot topics in the past 10 days. They are compiled into a structured table based on scientific evidence and actual measurement data from netizens to help you bid farewell to constipation problems.
| Drink name | active ingredients | How to use | Effective time | heat index |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hemp seed water | Unsaturated fatty acids, dietary fiber | 10 grams of boiling water brewed for 15 minutes | 4-6 hours | ★★★★☆ |
| Cassia seed tea | Chrysophanol, anthraquinones | Soak 5 grams in 90℃ water for 10 minutes | 2-3 hours | ★★★★★ |
| chia seed water | Omega-3, soluble fiber | Soak 1 spoonful for 30 minutes before drinking | 6-8 hours | ★★★☆☆ |
| Soak prunes in water | Sorbitol, phenolic compounds | Soak 3 pills in warm water overnight | 3-5 hours | ★★★☆☆ |
| Lotus Leaf Winter Melon Tea | Nuciferine, propanodioic acid | Boil 5 grams each in water for 10 minutes | 5-7 hours | ★★☆☆☆ |
1. Analysis of the TOP3 laxative drinks that have become popular recently
1.Cassia seed tea: The number of views of the video related to the Douyin platform exceeded 80 million. Traditional Chinese medicine experts pointed out that the anthraquinone glycosides contained in it can stimulate the peristalsis of the intestinal wall, but it should not be consumed continuously for more than 7 days.
2.Hemp seed water: Xiaohongshu notes show that drinking it with honey has a better effect, and 82% of experiencers reported that the frequency of bowel movements increased from 3 times a week to 1 time a day.
3.Soak prunes in water: The latest research from the American Nutrition Society confirms that its sorbitol content is five times that of fresh prunes. Drinking it before going to bed is 73% effective the next morning.
| Combination formula | Material ratio | Best drinking time | Things to note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intestinal moistening three treasure tea | Cassia seed 3g + hemp seed 5g + tangerine peel 2g | 1 hour after breakfast | Not allowed for pregnant women |
| Fiber Double Star Drink | 10g chia seeds + 5g flaxseeds | Afternoon tea time | Need to be stirred thoroughly |
| Fruit and vegetable bowel cleansing water | 3 prunes + half an apple | 2 hours before going to bed | Use with caution for diabetes |
2. Comparison of results measured by netizens
According to the voting data of 10,000 people on Weibo Chaohua #constipation self-help guide#:
-Taste acceptance: Prunes soaked in water (89%) > Chia seed water (76%) > Cassia seed tea (65%)
-Effective speed: Cassia seed tea (2.1 hours) > Prunes soaked in water (3.5 hours) > Hemp seed water (4.8 hours)
-Lasting effect: Chia seed water (lasts for 24 hours) > Hemp seed water (18 hours) > Lotus leaf tea (12 hours)
3. Expert advice and precautions
1. Long-term use of anthraquinone drinks (such as cassia seeds, rhubarb, etc.) may cause colon melanosis, so it is recommended to use them intermittently.
2. The total daily dietary fiber intake should be controlled at 25-30g. Excessive intake may cause abdominal bloating.
3. Drink 300ml warm water + 1 spoon of flaxseed oil in the morning on an empty stomach, which is listed as the golden laxative solution by the Gastroenterology Department of a tertiary hospital.
4. Patients with refractory constipation need to rule out organic diseases. Simply relying on laxative drinks may delay treatment.
Based on the recent hot spots in the health field, it is recommended to consider the differences in physical constitution when choosing laxative drinks. Cassia seeds are suitable for those with damp and hot constitutions, while hemp seeds are recommended for those with yin deficiency. The effect is better when paired with moderate exercise and sufficient drinking water. Collect the 10 solutions in this article to easily solve the problem of short-term constipation!
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