Nowadays the word demiurge can refer to the individual or group chiefly responsible for a creative idea, as in the demiurge behind the new hit TV show. Demiurge derives via Late Latin from Greek dÄmiourgos, meaning artisan or one with special skill. The demi- part of the word comes from the Greek noun dÄmos, meaning people; the second part comes from the word for worker, ergon.
Natural Food Laxatives & Bowel Movements. Oatmeal is one such food that has a natural laxative effect due its high fiber content. Photo Credit Medioimages/Photodisc/Digital Vision/Getty Images. Regular bowel movements, or the removal of waste from the human body, are a part of proper digestion.ther high-fiber foods possessing a laxative effect are artichokes, oatmeal, many whole-grain breakfast cereals, prunes, peas and raspberries, to name a few.
Although the best way to deal with constipation is by modifying lifestyle and dietary choices, the use of stool softeners may at times become necessary. Among the various softeners, the natural stool softeners and bulk forming agents are generally better and safer than regular laxatives.Taking prescription-based laxatives can become a habit and repeated use may cause inflammation to the lining of the intestine and even damage to the colon.Stool softeners aid in the digestive process and offer a home remedy for bowel problems.ome stool softener home remedies include consuming bananas, prunes, apricots, dates, and figs. These foods are high in soluble fiber, which absorbs and retains water, stimulating peristalsis. Last, but not the least, regular exercise is a must. It is a habit that can go a long way in regularizing your bowel movements.