Question

My child is suffering from constipation at home. Are there any home remedies that can help improve the condition?

Answer

For cases of children’s constipation, here are several home remedies to consider:

  1. Aconite Powder for Constipation Treatment: Take a suitable amount of raw aconite, grind it into a fine powder, and take 10 grams daily, divided into three doses. This is suitable for deficient constipation.
  2. Modified Shaoyao and Gancao Decoction for Constipation: Use raw white peony root, raw licorice root, and other Chinese medicinal materials. After boiling, take the decoction. This is suitable for various types of adult constipation.
  3. Fritillaria Thymol Treatment for Constipation: Prepare a fritillaria thymol tea and drink it. Suitable for constipation caused by special reasons such as surgery, women’s health issues, or after an injury.
  4. Plantago Seed Treatment for Constipation: Take 30 grams of plantago seeds daily, boil them, and divide the decoction into three doses. Suitable for patients with hypertension or diabetes.
  5. Kombu Treatment for Constipation: Boil kombu and mix it with seasonings for consumption. Suitable for constipation patients.
  6. Raw Licorice Treatment for Constipation: Take 2 grams of raw licorice, brew it with boiling water, and take it as a drink. Suitable for infants and young children with constipation.
  7. Seagull’s Eye Treatment for Constipation: Brew and take Seagull’s Eye as a decoction. Suitable for all types of constipation.
  8. Dandelion Treatment for Constipation: Brew dandelion and drink it. Suitable for habitual constipation.
  9. Mulberry Seed Treatment for Constipation: Brew mulberry seeds and take them as a decoction. Suitable for chronic constipation.
  10. Cassia Seed Treatment for Constipation: Brew cassia seeds and take them as a decoction. Suitable for all types of constipation. In addition to traditional Chinese medicine formulas, there are also some dietary…