Drinks

Constipation can be alleviated by pursuing a healthier lifestyle. However should you experience occasional constipation, you can always turn to a cup if gentle, refreshing and natural Black Forest Herbal Tea in three delicious flavours – Regular, Lemon & Lime and Apple & Apricot. Black Forest Herbal Tea combines the herbal laxative properties of Senna for gentle relief, with a little help from nature.

Suggested use: Simply seep the tea for 3-5 minutes and enjoy.
For morning relief, have a cup at bedtime.

Further information:

Causes of constipation:

Dietary Choices – A diet that lacks fibre is likely to cause constipation. That’s because fibre promotes regular bowel movements, especially when combined with proper hydration. Make sure you eat plenty of high-fibre foods like fruits and vegetables, legumes, wholegrains and nuts.

Lack of Exercise : Low levels of physical activity also lead to constipation. It’s been proven that active and fit people are less likely to experience constipation. You can be more active by taking the stairs at work or simply doing a few stretches in the morning.

Aging: As people age, food takes longer to pass through the digestive tract. Many older people also become less mobile which contributes to constipation.

Travel or Routine change: When travelling your usual routine changes. Eating, going to bed and using the bathroom at different times than usual can affect your circadian rhythm and your digestive process.

Overuse of laxitives: Laxatives can help with bowel movements, but regular use of certain laxatives allows the body to get used to their action. This may cause a person to continue taking laxatives when they no longer need them. The person may also need higher doses to get the same effect.

Withholding: Ignoring the urge to have a bowel movement can lead to the urge gradually going away until the need is no longer there. This may happen because someone is out and about and feel embarrassed to use public facilities but, the longer they delay, the worse their constipation will become.

Not Drinking enough water: Not drinking enough water can cause constipation. That’s why it’s important to consume plenty of water and fluids including naturally sweetened fruit or vegetable juices and clear soups. Some liquids like caffeinated soft drinks, coffee and alcohol can increase the risk of dehydration and make constipation worse.

Stress: High levels of stress can cause or aggravate gastrointestinal symptoms, such as nausea, stomach pain, and changes in bowel movements, which includes constipation. Engaging in daily stress-relieving activities like meditation, exercise, or reading can help with managing the impact of stress on your body.

Overeating: Overeating can cause constipation. Eat smaller portions slowly and more often rather than sitting down to a mountain of food. The key is moderation in all things. This also applies if you’re drinking alcohol.

Medication side effects: Some medications can also increase the risk of constipation. Ask your doctor if you think that any medication that you are on may be causing you to be constipated.