Adults who often suffer from this digestive ailment must make certain lifestyle-related changes at the earliest. Here are some simple remedies. ◘ First of all, one must follow a high fiber diet. One must eat fresh fruits such as grapes, pear, oranges, papaya and guava. Including vegetables such as spinach, carrots, beans, corn and peas to one's diet would also prove beneficial. ◘ Vegetable soups, wheat bran, whole grain breads, cereals and juices must also be included in one's diet. ◘ Those who don't drink enough water or fluids are likely to suffer from this digestive ailment which is why one must have plenty of fluids. ◘ You can also drink prune juice, aloe vera juice or cabbage juice for instant relief. ◘ Honey is a natural laxative, so add 2 teaspoons of honey in a glass of warm milk and drink it early morning on an empty stomach. You can also add lemon juice to a glass of warm water and have it in the morning. ◘ Castor oil has been known for its ability to provide fast relief. Mix a teaspoon of castor oil in a glass of warm milk and drink it every alternate day. ◘ Since physical inactivity is another contributory factor for digestive ailments, one must stay physically active and exercise regularly.

Infants who are unable to digest formula milk are likely to suffer from this condition. Since breast milk contains natural laxatives, breastfeeding your baby will certainly be helpful in preventing this condition. You can also follow certain home remedies. ◘ Put a small amount of milk of magnesia to the formula milk. Milk of magnesia is an antacid that is believed to draw water into the intestine, thereby facilitating bowel movement. ◘ If you have recently introduced solid food in your baby's diet, the infant's digestive system might take some time to adjust. So, make sure that the solid foods are pureed or completely mashed. ◘ You can also give diluted fruit juices such as grape juice or prune juice. Do consult a pediatrician regarding the quantity of juice that should be given. ◘ Identify food items that may cause this ailment and refrain from giving them to your child. Potatoes, bananas, white bread, applesauce, cheese and rice cereal are food items that could cause this condition. ◘ Giving your baby a warm bath or a stomach massage might also help in providing gas relief. Moving your baby's legs in a bicycle motion might also provide relief from gas. ◘ Introduce easily digestible fiber-rich food items such as mashed pears, peaches, plums and apricots. These will act as stool softeners. ◘ Consumption of fiber-rich foods is equally essential for older children and adults. Make sure that your kids eat fresh fruits such as orange, papaya, guava, mangoes, peaches, plums and grapes. ◘ Children must also consume vegetables such as French beans, cabbage, spinach, broccoli, turnip and carrots. Excessive consumption of processed food items such as white bread, cakes, pastries, and biscuits must be avoided. ◘ If your child does suffer from this condition, make him/her drink prune juice. ◘ Add two teaspoons of honey to a glass of warm milk. Ask your child to drink it in the morning. This is one of the most effective home remedies. ◘ You can also soak 5-6 raisins in water at night. Let your child eat these soaked raisins on an empty stomach in the morning. It will certainly help.