Yikes! Did You Know Irritable Bowel Syndrome is Costing the Economy Over $2 Billion a Year?

Posted on June 25, 2008 by DFHS Article Team

Until recently, irritable bowel syndrom or constipation was not taken into cognizance in the corporate world.

Neither was its effects really looked into. However, recent surveys and estimates have shown that IBS/constipation is singularly responsible for the loss of over $2billion annually.

As a result, it has become in fact very important to address the issue and its treatments.

While some of us are very familiar with the use of enemas or laxatives, we are also finding that these have side effects and as a result, should be avoided as much as possible.

For instance, it has been proven than laxatives are not only addictive, they make the individual dependent on them for bowel movements.

That’s the reason some people are looking for alternative constipation remedies which do not become addictive and most importantly, not leave harmful chemical residues in the body which could be harmful in the long term.

If you have ever had constipation, you’ll agree with me that constipation is not only uncomfortable, it is embarrassing. When an individual is constipating, he/she is not in any way comfortable at all.

Symptoms such as bloated abdomen, gas, headache, et.c accompany the onset of irritable bowel syndrome.

The causes of IBS are varied. But chief among them are unhealthy eating -non-consumption of high fiber content foods- lack of exercise, minimal fluid intake and changes in both life and environment such as changes in locations or traveling and pregnancy.

Other contributing factors are diseases, and colon and rectum troubles.

Natural Irritable Bowel Syndrome Remedies That Work.

1. Boysenberry. The juice of this fruit is capable of functioning as a gentle laxative. It is to be used in the case of mild constipation not chronic ones.

2. Cantaloupe fruit is a very great fruit and is adequate for helping to relieve constipation. Its high fiber content is what actually makes it very useful to those who have constipation. It is also a rich source of both Vitamins A and C and lots of minerals.

3. Flaxseed Oil has been proven time and again to be an effective constipation remedy. All you need for maximum results is to take 1-2 tablespoonfuls with lots of water immediately after lunch or dinner.

4. Elderflower is also very effective. All you need is an infusion of it in water as many times as it is needed daily.

5. Epsom Salts is also another good remedy. To use it as a constipation remedy, mix one teaspoonful in half glass of water jut before bed. Please not that it is bitter so the taste does not hit you unawares.