It is particularly rich in fiber.
Bloating, abdominal pain … Constipation results in a slowdown in intestinal transit, resulting in a drop in the frequency of emission of stool. We consider that there is constipation when going to the saddle is reduced to less than 3 times a week. If certain foods, such as prunes, are widely used to relieve constipation, an omnipresent ingredient in Asian cuisine can also facilitate transit and it is very easy to use on a daily basis.
The basic food principle when it is subject to constipation is to eat foods with a high fiber content. It is also a good way to improve digestion. This is good since our mystery ingredient is full of it: it is made up of 60% insoluble fibers but especially at 40% soluble fibers that dissolve in water and form a “gel”. This gel will stimulate intestinal transit and increase the volume of stools. This food is considered in Chinese medicine as one of the most complete, due to its wide variety in micronutrients. It is rich in calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, iron and zinc. It also contains vitamins E, BA, B6, B2 and B3.
It is consumed in the form of seeds, oil, powder or even dough and there are several kinds; White, yellow and black. Have you discovered it? This is sesame. “Sesame promotes defecation” explains Michel Frey, Practitioner in Chinese medicine, in his work “The little book of Chinese medicine” (ed edi8). Sesame is a small seed whose taste is similar to that of hazelnut. Black is the most interesting when you are constipated because it contains more fibers. “Black sesame can exercise its great activity by moistening the intestines and laxative. It can be used to treat hemorrhoids, dysentery, constipation” reported Chinese researchers in a study.
To benefit from the benefits of sesame, nothing could be simpler. It is found in all supermarkets, often in the “organic” department. Just just “A teaspoon of sesame oil at bedtime”according to the naturopath Murielle Toussaint, author of the book “from here or elsewhere, the spices which heal” (ed Leduc) or to grill dry with sesame seeds, to mix them with a little sesame oil and to sprinkle this mixture on a plate of pan -fried spinach “Three times a week for 15 days” According to Michel Frey. You can also use Tahini paste for sauces. Be careful – always in health – no abuse. Sesame overconsumption can have the opposite effect and cause digestive disorders of diarrhea and intestinal pain.
