How to Brew a Laxative Tea

Laxative teas are a simple, natural way to aid your normal bowel function. Here are a few to try at home.

Instructions

Licorice Root Laxative Tea

1

Add 1 tbsp. broken licorice root (a good mild laxative) per each cup boiling water.

2

Boil uncovered for 1 hour and then remove from heat, cool and strain.

3

Add apple, grape or other fruit juice to dilute tea if it is too strong.

4

Drink 1 cup in the morning and 1 at night.

Barley Brew Laxative Tea

5

Combine 1/4 cup organic pearl barley, 1/4 cup organic figs, 2 tbsp. licorice root, 1/4 cup organic raisins and 10 cups water in a non-aluminum pot.

6

Cover and simmer until liquid is reduced by half (this takes about 8 hours).

7

Strain and drink 1/2 cup in the morning or at night.

Buckthorn Bark Laxative Tea

8

Add 2 tbsp. each of nettles, Oregon graperoot and plantain, followed by 1 tbsp. peppermint leaves to 6 cups of boiling water.

9

Remove from heat.

10

Cover and let stand for 30 minutes.

11

Add 2 tbsp. buckthorn bark, cover and let stand for an hour or 2.

12

Strain and drink in moderation. The tea may be reheated, but do not boil.