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Viral constipation hack involving oranges and spices makes people say ‘No, thank you’

A video shared on Instagram of a constipation hack involving orange, cinnamon and pepper has left people surprised. The clip has gone viral.

Published on: Feb 2, 2024, 10:41:30 IST
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When it comes to tackling constipation, people concoct all sorts of remedies for a quick fix. From trying laxatives to eating food rich in fibre to gulping down coffee, the quest for relief knows no bounds. However, have you ever heard about oranges being one of the remedies? An Instagram user came up with a ‘viral constipation hack’ involving this fruit and claimed it ‘works every time’. A video of the hack has left people surprised and somewhat horrified.

The image shows a woman eating an orange slice covered in cinnamon and pepper to cure constipation. (Instagram/@lilsipper)
The image shows a woman eating an orange slice covered in cinnamon and pepper to cure constipation. (Instagram/@lilsipper)

Instagram user Bethany shared this video and wrote, “CONSTIPATED? Do this. Works every time”. In the next few lines, she posted how to prepare the orange slices before eating them.

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As per Bethany, one needs to ‘coat each slice with cinnamon and cayenne pepper generously’ and then eat it - without removing the rind. Then, they need to wait for 5 to 10 minutes and the ‘rest is history’. She also explained the nutritional values of the ingredients along with a note on why this hack works.

Take a look at this video of the constipation hack:

The video was shared back in December and since then, has gone viral with over 23 million views. The post has also accumulated tons of comments from people.

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What did Instagram users say about this hack?

“Would rather eat salad for a week,” posted an Instagram user. “Yeah, I’ll just have to take your word on that. That looks positively awful to do,” commented another. “I’ve tried that three times without any success. At least it tastes good,” shared a third. “Coffee works instantly,” expressed a fourth. “How do you get the bitter peel down,” wrote a fifth.

What are your thoughts on the video? Would you ever try this hack?

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    Trisha Sengupta

    Trisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More

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