AIM Cascara Sagrada™ details
 Anyone
who suffers from constipation knows how miserable this condition can
be. Diet is often the main culprit. We eat too much processed food
and sugar, and not enough fiber, fruits, and vegetables.
Poor eating habits, such as eating too quickly or irregularly,
exacerbates the problem. Other causes include inactivity;
depression; metabolic imbalances, such as low hormone levels;
chronic illness, such as diabetes; the use of iron supplements, as
well as the use of some prescription drugs. Constipation can become
an uncomfortable problem, which in time, can lead to other more
serious health issues.
There are two main types of constipation.
Acute constipation involves short-term bloating, discomfort, and
inability to evacuate the bowels and is most often caused by a lack
of fiber, fluid and exercise. Chronic constipation is the inability
to readily evacuate the bowels over longer periods— months or years.
Ongoing constipation can lead to indigestion, hemorrhoids,
flatulence, diverticulitis, bad breath, body odor, insomnia,
varicose veins and more critical health problems.
For those who suffer the inconvenience of occasional
constipation, there is welcome relief with AIM Cascara Sagrada™.
Traditionally used as a laxative, AIM Cascara Sagrada™ can produce a
mild, gentle effect and is recognized as a safe, natural alternative
to the otherwise harsh, over-the-counter laxative remedies.
Cascara sagrada—a completely natural herb with laxative effects
Cascara sagrada (botanical name, Frangula purshiana) is a deciduous
tree native to the Pacific Northwest, and can be found in forests
ranging from northern California to British Columbia. The reddish
brown bark of the tree was used by various Native American tribes,
who passed on their ‘sacred bark’ to the Spanish explorers. Other
European settlers later adopted this traditional remedy for
constipation and digestive discomfort, but it was not until 1877
that cascara sagrada became widely recognized by the international
pharmacopeia.
Today, the bark is aged or cured, and then ground into a powder,
before it is used in commercial preparations.
The use of cascara sagrada for constipation is approved in The
Complete German Commission E Monographs, and is recognized as a safe
and effective herb by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and
Health Canada.
Promotes fast, gentle results
Cascara sagrada has been tested in a number of clinical trials
for its value in thorough, yet gentle cleansing of the colon.
Clinical researchers have isolated several anthraquinone glycosides
which are the compounds that stimulate laxative activity. These
active substances promote blood circulation and nerve center
stimulation, causing increased peristalsis, the vigorous wavelike
contractions of the large intestine that keep food moving through
the digestive system, and trigger a laxative effect. When the
process speeds up, the body produces a softer, quicker bowel
movement because the intestine has had less time to absorb liquid
from the stool.
Cascara sagrada is considered one of the safest laxatives that
can be used to tone the colon. It is also valued for its usefulness
in detoxification and colon cleansing, and has been used in
cleansing programs prior to surgery or bowel exam. Studies have
shown that cascara sagrada is especially gentle and effective in
easing chronic constipation in elderly people.
Combined with conventional measures to soften the stool, such as
adding plenty of fiber to the diet, as well as water and exercise,
the use of cascara sagrada makes sense for the relief of occasional
constipation, and it can prevent the pressure and pain associated
with hemorrhoids and anal fissures. In fact, by speeding up the
bowel movements, hemorrhoids may be less likely to develop.
How to use AIM Cascara Sagrada™:
Traditionally used as a laxative, take 1 capsule per day. Each
500 mg capsule contains 24 mg of the active ingredient cascaroside
A. This falls within the recommended dose of 20 to 30 mg of
cascaroside A daily. Be sure to drink plenty of water. You may wish
to take AIM Cascara Sagrada™ at bedtime. A bowel movement should
take place within six to eight hours.
May be used for up to 8-10 days. If your constipation
persists, or if you experience crampy gastrointestinal discomfort
with cascara sagrada, you may wish to consult your health care
practitioner.
Close tightly after opening and store in a cool, dry, dark place
(70-75 °F; 20.1-23.8 °C). Do not refrigerate.
Q & A
Can I take AIM Cascara Sagrada™ with other AIM products?
Yes, you can take AIM Cascara Sagrada™ 1 hour before or 30
minutes after taking AIM BarleyLife®, AIM Just Carrots® or AIM
RediBeets®. It is not necessary to take AIM Cascara Sagrada with AIM
Herbal Fiberblend®. Either one capsule of AIM Cascara Sagrada™ or
two servings of AIM Herbal Fiberblend® supplies you with the
recommended 20 to 30 mg of cascaroside A daily.
Is there anyone who should not use AIM Cascara Sagrada™?
Long-term use of any laxative, including cascara sagrada, can
lead to a potassium deficiency. A low potassium level in the body
can increase the effect of digitalis drugs and cause irregular
heartbeats. For this reason, consult your health care provider if
you are taking cardiac glycosides, corticosteroids, or
antiarrhythmics.
If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking drugs
inducing hypokalaemia or thiazide diuretics, consult a health care
practitioner for advice about your situation.
Additionally, if you have inflammatory bowel disease,
ulcerative colitis, or if you have been diagnosed with an intestinal
obstruction of any kind, you should consult a health care
practitioner before using a laxative or colon cleansing supplement.
Consult a health care practitioner if your constipation lasts for
more than one week.
main
benefits AIM Cascara Sagrada™ is a Digestive Health product. The complete
Digestive Health line consists of AIM Herbal Fiberblend®, AIM
PrepZymes®, and AIM FloraFood®. Use these products to help maintain
your digestive health. AIM Cascara
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