How can honey aid in constipation?

Question

Yes, honey is good for constipation. It contains a mild laxative if taken 3 times a day can treat constipation.

The enzymes in the honey can assist digestion and can cure constipation. Also, potassium in the honey balancing acid accumulation in your body.

For treating constipation, you can directly take a spoon of it, or better results you can mix it with a warm cup of tea or in warm water with a bit of lemon.

Answer 1

Honey cuts the sour taste and some researchers believe that it works as a mild laxative. You could also use some salt instead of honey for two reasons: salt is rich in magnesium which encourages contraction of the bowel muscles and two because it helps flush toxins from the stomach and small intestine.