Herbal Supplement #9a - 100 Tablets Sonne's

There Are Many Causes of Irregularity
While it is true that there may be some potentially serious medical conditions that cause constipation, in most cases the causes are not. Finding out what may be causing constipation can be a way to preventing it in the future. Keeping the body regular not only provides a feeling of general wellbeing, it helps the metabolism function as it should so that all parts of the body perform their normal activity without interruption.

Lack of Fiber Is One of the Major Causes of Constipation
There are considered to be 2 kinds of fiber – soluble fiber and insoluble fiber. Soluble fiber comes from nuts, seeds, some fruits, and legumes like peas and lentils. This kind of fiber absorbs water and helps make the stools softer and easier to pass through the system. Insoluble fiber comes from wheat bran, whole grains, and many vegetables. Unlike soluble fiber, insoluble fiber does not absorb water, but rather acts something like a bottle brush to help sweep the colon clean.

Staying Well Hydrated Is Important to Regularity
Some people become constipated simply because they do not drink enough water. Water is necessary for normal metabolism and that includes normal, healthy bowel function. Drinking enough water may help to keep stools softer and easier to pass. Because part of the job of the colon is to extract water for the body to use, if an inadequate amount of water is in the system, the stool may become hard and more difficult to pass.

How Herbs May Help to Restore Normal Bowel Function
One of the best herbal remedies for constipation may well be cascara sagrada. Cascara sagrada is made from the buckthorn tree, and works in a different way than does fiber. Cascara sagrada helps to stimulate the muscular action of the colon, called peristalsis, to keep the contents of the large intestine moving through as they should. Licorice root works in much the same way as does cascara sagrada in stimulating the normal, wavelike motion of the intestine. Aloe has long been used for many medicinal reasons, and it may also be good for those suffering from constipation. Something in the same manner as fiber, aloe adds moisture to the food moving through the intestine, allowing it to pass much more easily.

The Founder of Sonne’s Was a Health Pioneer and Hero
Born in 1895, it’s probable that Sonne’s would never have seen light of day had the founder, Victor Irons, not come down with a serious health condition when he was 40. Told that it was hopeless, Victor refused to throw in the towel and started his own treatment, which consisted of natural foods, cleansing, and natural foods. To make a long story short, Victor cured himself. This started Victor on his life’s work – promoting natural foods and cures. After a tussle with the government where he refused to back down, Victor helped start the National Health Foundation to help bring the news about healthy eating to more people.