Evidence supporting the use of: Sesame Oil
For the health condition: Constipation (children)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Sesame oil has been traditionally used in certain cultures, particularly in Ayurveda and some traditional Chinese medicine practices, as a natural remedy for constipation, including in children. The oil is thought to have lubricating properties that may help soften stool and facilitate bowel movements. Methods of use have included oral administration, massage, or even enemas. However, the scientific evidence supporting these traditional uses is minimal. There are only a few small studies and case reports addressing its effectiveness for constipation, and these are generally of low quality or involve adults rather than children. Most modern clinical guidelines for pediatric constipation do not mention sesame oil as a recommended therapy. The majority of evidence remains anecdotal or based on traditional practice rather than rigorous scientific evaluation. Therefore, while sesame oil is used for constipation in traditional medicine, its efficacy and safety—especially in children—have not been well established in the scientific literature.
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bacillus coagulans
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beet
myrobalan
bifidobacterium bifidum
bifidobacterium breve
bifidobacterium infantis
bifidobacterium lactis
bifidobacterium longum
bio ecolian (proprietary)
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blueberry
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carrot
chamomile
chicory
cinnamon
citrus sinensis (proprietary)
coconut milk
Coptis chinensis
cowage seed
cucumber
turmeric
d-sorbitol
fennel
fiber blend (proprietary)
fructooligosaccharides (FOS)
fruit and vegetable blend (proprietary)
grape
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guar gum
cellulose
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inulin
isomalto-oligosaccharide
jujube
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lactobacillus bulgaricus
lactobacillus gasseri
lactobacillus reuteri
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senna
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indigo leaves
soursop
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Amomum
Alexandrian senna
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Asam gelugor
Asteracea
Arabinoxylan
Allium tuberosum
Amor seco
Atractylone
Black Seed
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Broussonetia
Bishop's Weed
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Bitter Grass
Bael
Butternut
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Bifidobacterium animalis
Bee products
Bombax
Borassus Palm
Bacteria
Bifidobacteria
Bacillus
Bassia scoparia
Bottle gourd
Borneol
Coconut
Curry leaf
Cascaroside
Cactus
Cynomorium
Citrus
Cantaloupe
Cyclanthera pedata
Chenopodium
Curcuma
Cabbage
Chirata
Clostridium butyricum
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Celosia
Currant
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Date
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Other health conditions supported by Sesame Oil
ArthritisAsthma
Backache
Burns and Scalds
Cholesterol (high)
Circulation (poor)
Constipation (adults)
Constipation (children)
Cuts
Dermatitis
Diabetes
Digestion (poor)
Eye Infections
Fever
Gastritis
Gingivitis
Hair Care (general)
Headache (general)
Headache (sinus)
Headache (tension)
Hypertension
Inflammation
Insomnia
Memory and Brain Function
Muscle Tone (lack of)
Nausea and Vomiting
Neuralgia and Neuritis
Pain (general remedies for)
Psoriasis
Rashes and Hives
Scars / Scar Tissue
Skin (dry and/or flaky)
Skin Care (general)
Stress
Sunburn
Wounds and Sores