Eat this fiber-packed snack regularly to avoid getting plugged.
Key Takeaways
If you havent gone No.
But one dried fruit reigns supreme when it comes to kicking things into motion.
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But, in case you do feel plugged, prunes can have a fast-acting effect on your body.
Research indicates that prunes really do bulk up stool.
They also pooped more than those who didnt have prunes.
Interestingly, sorbitol has also been linked to helping people go No.
This is because sorbitol helps draw water into the colon to aid digestion, de Latour explains.
Here are some other ways to keep things moving through your intestines.
Prunes high insoluble fiber content can help keep digestive processes in motion.
But research also suggests sorbitol and phenolic compounds may also play a role in the dried fruits laxative effect.
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