Herbal Colon Cleansers

If you're looking for natural colon cleansers, there are several herbal remedies that can provide a safe, all natural and effective solution.

The first herbal remedy is called cascara sagrada, a herbal laxative that acts as a natural colon cleanser. Used for centuries by Native Americans, the compounds contained in this herb are called anthroquinones, which produce a laxative effect in the body. In fact, today it's probably the most common herbal laxative.

Cascara sagrada can also help to strengthen the muscle tone of the colon walls. As the muscle tone gets stronger, constipation will gradually begin to fade. It can also help stimulate bile production in the liver, and as a result, help speed up the removal of toxins from your system.

You can find this herb in many forms, including liquid extracts, capsules, and even as dried bark. You can make the dried bark into into a tea, if you choose this option. Cascara sagrada tea has a natural bitter taste.

When taken in capsule form, the average serving of cascara sagrada is 300 mg. The best time to take it is in the evening, allowing it time to stimulate a bowel movement by the next morning. Cascara normally takes between 6 to 12 hours to work.

You shouldn't take this herbal remedy for more than seven consecutive days, and it is not intended for use by children.

Two of the popular herbal cleansers available are Bowtrol and Dual-Action Cleanse

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