Last updated on 22 January 2026 by Brisbane Livewell Clinic Editorial Team
Controlling Constipation and Bloating can be easy. Imagine swallowing a balloon filled with water. Not pleasant, is it? While this scenario is improbable, medically speaking, most of us can very much associate this feeling with bloating. Bloating occurs when your stomach is filled with gases or excess fluids, giving rise to the “weighing down” feeling. This does not only cause a great deal of discomfort; it can also negatively influence your daily routine.
Similarly, bloating is usually assisted with constipation, ultimately doubling the uneasiness and pain. While it is easier to pop a pill and exercise power over these conditions, it is not always the wisest thing to do since you only get temporary relief. The natural way to control this, however, results in long-term relief and satisfaction!
Naturopathy is considered one of the most effective techniques in treating Constipation and Bloating.
What’s Causing It?
There can be several causes of constipation and bloating. For women, the most common is PMS. However, some factors influence these conditions, especially if you are a chronic patient. Some of them are Irritable Bowel Syndrome, pregnancy, emotional distress, hormones, genetic factors, and a poor diet. Make sure that your practitioner analyses your entire medical history before prescribing you any homeopathic remedy!
Naturopathic Remedies
Many clinics specialising in this aspect of treatment focus on conventional treatment methods, which aren’t as effective if the patient is suffering from chronic constipation and bloating. Naturopathic treatment proves to be highly effective in this aspect. The best part about Naturopathic remedies is that an individual’s body doesn’t develop resistance to it. On the other hand, conventional drugs are likely to be resisted by your body after a certain period of regular usage. All Naturopathic remedies are prescribed based on the patient’s medical history, lifestyle and psychological factors. Some of the most effective homeopathic remedies include nux vomica, lycopodium, magnesia phosphoric and colocynthis.
Managing Diet and Exercise
For Naturopathic Remedies to function effectively, it is best to complement this treatment with a well-balanced diet and an exercise regime. This will not only help your body embark onto a path of well-being, but it will also help you on a psychological level.
Recipe for Constipation – Congee (Chinese Rice Porridge)
A gentle and efficient way to promote bowel regularity and digestive comfort is with this easy, healthy congee dish. Congee has long been used in Chinese medicine as a therapeutic food because it is simple to digest and gives the digestive system warmth and hydration, which is especially helpful for people who are constipated or have slow digestion.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Brown rice (long grain rice)
- 10 cup Vegetable stock
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Chinese preserved radish (minced)
- 1 tbsp Ginger root (minced fresh)
- 1/2 cup Shiitake mushrooms (fresh)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Garnish
- 1/3 cup Spring onions (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 cup Coriander (freshly chopped)
- 3 tbsp Preserved ginger (thinly sliced)
- 6 tbsp Soy sauce
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large stock pot over medium heat. Add the ginger, radish, garlic and mushrooms, sauté until mushrooms are softened.
- Add the rice, stock and season with a little salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to low. Simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally for approximately 1 hour or until the rice resembles the consistency of porridge.
- Adjust seasonings and serve hot with garnishes sprinkled over the top.
* If substituting the fresh shiitake mushrooms with dried, ensure to pre-soak in boiling hot water for 20 minutes.
