1. Chia Seeds
Eating rich sources of fiber is what you need to go regular! Thankfully, chia seeds contain plenty of it… When you consume enough high-fiber foods, this type of carbohydrate moves through your intestines undigested, promoting this way regularity to your bowel movements.
But how much fiber is enough? Well, according to the Institute of Medicine, men must get approximately 38 grams of fiber per day, while women 25 grams. Yet, on average, American adults get no more than 15 grams of fiber per day.
If you’re one of them, maybe that’s the problem. Try to aim for the recommended daily amounts. (Just so you know, in 1 ounce of chia seeds, there are 11 grams of fiber.)
Several studies demonstrated the benefits of consuming high-fiber foods such as chia seeds. Apart from promoting regularity, chia seeds also ease the passage of your stools. This is possible mainly because they also contain soluble fiber.
This type of fiber absorbs water, transforming itself into a gel that promotes the formation of softer stools. If you’re constipated, eat a handful of chia seeds or sprinkle them over your fresh salad or Greek yogurt.
15 thoughts on “18 Foods That Work as Natural Laxatives”
So, how about those of us who have UC Crohn’s what should we be eating?
You forgot celery. I think it works great.
Unable to negotiate through pages. Therefore unable to find and make list of 18 foods.
HELP PLEASE
Very interesting and important information in these articles.
Still looking for the 18 foods. Liars! not here!
No interested
Just make a list. All this spam advertising makes
Me not want to read the article. Rather eat xlax.
Great list ! You could also include whole wheat and bran, bananas and cabbage. Many of us find these to be very effective.
it doesn’t tell you how much to use & how much. Thanks Barb
Can’t find the list
No just No
I include flax seed in my smoothie, is the effect better?
Good advice and info, thx
It would be nice if these articles would julst list the relevant details. All I find is unrelated ads and garbage. Never did find the list of 18 foods.
I did not know Aloe vera could be eaten.