Epsom Salt
For years, Epsom salt has served as an effective home remedy for constipation because of its properties. This salt can draw more water from the surroundings, which, in turn, helps to soften up the hard-as-rock stool, and eventually becomes easier to pass.
Also, it contains magnesium that fosters the bowel muscles contraction, which contributes to the smooth passing of the stool. This is where Epsom salt performs better than the table salt, as it lacks magnesium. With about 2 tsp of Epsom salt for an adult or half tsp. For children, you should experience symptoms improving. [6]
