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Castor oil for constipation
My father 77 suffering from chronic constipation has been advised to take 3 tsf full castor oil every night .
Is it safe to take castor oil daily ?
Will it have any side effect in the long run ?
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Can take 5-10 ml along with aarogya vardhini vati
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consultation is must for proper treatment
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Take Castrol oil only when he is having hard stools.. Take proper medication for constipation.
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Diet Therapy for CONSTIPATION
Unrefined food such as whole grain cereals, bean, honey, lentils, green and leafy vegetables such as spinach, cabbage, cauliflower, sprouts, celery, pumpkin, beats, carrot, tomato, fresh fruits especially grapes, figs, papaya, mangoes, guava and oranges.
Avoid white flour, bread, pulses, cakes and pastries.
Food should be chewed well.
Drink 2 lts or more water daily.
Juice Therapy :
1. Juice of banana stem
2. Ash pumpkin juice
3. Tender coconut juice
4. Juice of Indian gooseberries
Are effective in digestive disorders.
Consult me online through this platform for further guidance and treatment.
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