Question 1

can coconut oil, cranberry grape juice help relieve constipation?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Oils and juices can improve and relieve constipation.  You should adjust your diet if the constipation is chronic by adding more vegetables and fruits.  Sometimes you will need laxatives or stool softeners on an occasional basis.  They are available in the pharmacy.

Question 2

would a 3 day coconut oil detox be beneficial? my diet isn't the best, i am constipated frequently, i workout 3 days per week.

Accepted Answer

Yes: But try adding fiber supplement daily in the morning to help with constipation. Good diet has no peers.

Question 3

my anus burns for sometime after i pop.i m experiencing this since a month. applying coconut oil gives me a a temporary relief. there is no bleeding.

Accepted Answer

Avoid constipation: Make sure your stool is soft in consistency by drinking plenty of water,fruits ,vegetables especially greens.
Take a cup of yogurt twice daily which will supply good bacteriae to balance the colonic bacteriae.

Question 4

is coconut oil good for applying to get relief from eczema...

Accepted Answer

Dry skin : eczema needs hydration to prevent rashes. The heavier the moisture the better it is. The best include ointments followed by creams followed by lotions. Oils can also be hydrating including coconut oil. Best application is after bathing while you are still wet. Reapply miusturizer at least 2/day

Question 5

ive used coconut oil for three days now and i feel instant relief but the itching comes back after a while, what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Might be yeast infec: You may have a vaginal yeast infection. Monistat is a commonly used over the counter medication for vaginal yeast infections. If that does not help or if your symptoms worsen, you should see your physician to be tested for other vaginal infections.

Question 6

experiencing navel pain without nausia/vomit but gets relief when i pour two drops of coconut oil. is it normal practice to stop pain.

Accepted Answer

Probably: a superficial inflammation of the skin if topical oil reduces pain.  Keep track of the symptoms and if severe then see your doctor.

Question 7

tried liquid suppository, mom, mineral oil enema, still no bm from constipation due to meds and bruised ribs! what can i do now for immediate relief??

Accepted Answer

Magnesium citrate: You have correctly tried transrectal route for relief of your constipation.  It is also helpful to treat from above with oral laxatives.  One bottle of overt the counter magnesium citrate should work.  If not you may need to seek medical care/advice.

Question 8

my mother is facing  itching problem after hemo dailysis every time.
we are using coconut oil and mustard oil for massage and itching medicine but only 10 percent relif
she lost her weight  on dailysis 
she takes proper diet with diet chart.

Accepted Answer

Dialysis itching: This is a common problem with many causes: medications, allergies, renal failure.  Keep an itching diary and see if and meds or foods are related. Show to dialysis team and discuss.

Question 9

is there natural constipation relief?

Accepted Answer

More water: Try increasing the amount of water you are drinking.  Fruit juice and/or fruits can help as well.  Adding some additional fiber to your diet can also help.  More walking/exercise as well.

Question 10

i want immediate constipation relief?

Accepted Answer

Laxatives: Constipation, if acute and limited, does not need a workup. If chronic or worsening, you may need to see someone. You can try a light otc laxative like milk of magnesia (magnesium hydroxide) with or without a supposistoy lile glycerine. If this fails, magnesuim citrate orally with or without a fllets enema from below will be very effective. If the symptoms persist, see someone.

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Can coconut oil, cranberry grape juice help relieve constipation?

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Would a 3 day coconut oil detox be beneficial? my diet isn't the best, i am constipated frequently, i workout 3 days per week.

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My anus burns for sometime after i pop.i m experiencing this since a month. applying coconut oil gives me a a temporary relief. there is no bleeding.

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Is coconut oil good for applying to get relief from eczema...

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Ive used coconut oil for three days now and i feel instant relief but the itching comes back after a while, what should i do?

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Experiencing navel pain without nausia/vomit but gets relief when i pour two drops of coconut oil. is it normal practice to stop pain.

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Tried liquid suppository, mom, mineral oil enema, still no bm from constipation due to meds and bruised ribs! what can i do now for immediate relief??

A member asked:

My mother is facing itching problem after hemo dailysis every time. we are using coconut oil and mustard oil for massage and itching medicine but only 10 percent relif she lost her weight on dailysis she takes proper diet with diet chart.

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Is there natural constipation relief?

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I want immediate constipation relief?

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