11 Best Natural Laxatives That Actually Work

If you're constipated and can't poop, you may need a natural laxative. Humans have used laxatives longer than you might think.

1. Prunes

Prunes are the best-known natural laxative. To relieve constipation, you need to eat 8-10 dried prunes, which may be difficult for some people.

2. Kiwifruit

Kiwis have high fiber and viscous fiber that retains water, making stools soft. Kiwis include actinidin, an enzyme that stimulates colon receptors to enhance laxation.

3. Rhubarb

Some studies have revealed that rhubarb has a laxative effect. Rhubarb includes laxative chemicals (sennosides and others) that promote intestinal contraction and movement.

4. Acacia

Acacia powder is another constipation-fighting soluble fiber. Grinding acacia gum makes it. Because it ferments slowly, it doesn't induce bloating or gas like psyllium.

5. Oats

Oatmeal or overnight oats are a terrific and easy way to start your day with a fiber boost, but oats may also be used to smoothies or energy bites.

6. Chia Seeds

Chia seeds are dense in fiber and may absorb 10 times their weight in water, which bulks up stool and promotes bowel motions.

7. Flax seeds

Flax seeds contain soluble and insoluble fiber, making them laxative. Ground flax seeds work better than whole.

8. Jerusalem artichokes

Jerusalem artichokes prevent constipation, acne, cholesterol, body mass, weight loss, and immune system, stomach, chronic fatigue syndrome, chronic infectious problems, and cardiovascular diseases.

9. Kefir

Kiwis have high fiber and viscous fiber that retains water, making stools soft. Kiwis include actinidin, an enzyme that stimulates colon receptors to enhance laxation.

10. Coffee

Coffee stimulates intestinal motility.  "Drinking it in the morning can definitely help with the 'urge to go," many know.

11. Water

Water aids constipation, among other benefits. Water helps poo soften and pass. Magnesium sulfate-rich natural mineral waters functioned as laxatives, but you can use normal water and still get relief.

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