Natural herbal laxative: Cascara Sagrada

Cascara Sagrada is considered a very mild and effective natural, herbal laxative. It does not cause any dependency so when discontinued the positive effects derived from its use will remain, without the need to continue usage to get the same results. It is derived from bark and is native to the North American continent. It readily grows in the region from British Columbia to Washington state. The bark is collected in early spring and summer, when it is easily peeled from the wood. It is then dried in the shade and aged for at least a year before it is processed for medicinal use.

Cascara Sagrada facilitates evacuation and normal stool function while conditioning the muscles in the intestinal tract. It promotes proper hormone levels controlled by the pituitary and also has a positive effect on the gallbladder, liver and the pancreas.

Many pharmaceutical laxatives are habit forming, Cascara Sagrada is not, and for that reason alone

it is preferred over synthetic over the counter medications that can only irritate and worsen IBS related symptoms. Because it also strengthens and tones the bowels it helps restore normal function, which is not lost when usage is discontinued.