5 Best Fruit For Constipation

Constipation is a state of the digestive system, where an individual has hard faeces that are difficult to pass. The main cause of constipation is that too much water is absorbed from the food. Also, physical inactivity (sedentary), certain medications, and ageing are some of the reasons for constipation. At the same time, some cases of constipation can be relieved by lifestyle changes.

Well, it often happens that while talking about your constipation, there will be definitely one person in the room who is going to be awkward or pretend to not have heard it. It is actually not about feeling awkward; it is a grave concern because an unfit and troublesome digestive system can ruin your entire day and peace of mind. A study has found that about 22 per cent of Indians are constipated.

A person might have a certain difficulty in emptying bowels, but there are numerous reasons behind it. But according to physicians, our lifestyle and diet play the role of a culprit.

Excessive junk food consumption, alcohol drinking, smoking and over-eating can take a direct toll on your system of digestion. Eating high fibre foods can help keep the risk of constipation at bay. Foods rich in soluble fibre help in smoother bowel movement. High water intake and consumption of various herbs like ajwain (carom seeds) with water, Triphala (an Ayurvedic formula that consists of equal parts of these three - taken without seeds: Amalaki, Bibhitaki, and Haritaki) and amla (Indian gooseberry) also play a vital role in curing constipation.

Best Juice For Constipation

Here goes the list of fruits that apparently helps one to deal with constipation and overcome it with ease! Let’s have a look at them.

Apples

According to the book, 'Healing Foods' by DK Publishing House, apples are loaded with pectin fibre, "pectin has an amphoteric action. Paradoxically, it can provide relief from both constipation and diarrhea, depending on the body's need."

Oranges

Oranges are packed with vitamin C and fibres, which help increase the bulk in your stool. They are also a good source of naringenin, a flavonoid that (according to some studies) can work as a laxative. Pack them for snacks or throw them into salads. Juicing oranges may cost you a good dose of fibre. Therefore, it is best to have them whole and raw.

Bananas

High-fibre content in bananas may work wonders to soothe the resulting effects of constipation. They can help you push out the waste better way by making stools easier to pass.

Berries

Raspberries provide 8 grams of fibre in one cup, as per the USDA. According to the book, 'Healing Foods', eating mulberries can strengthen the digestive tract and ease bloating and constipation. Berries are both delightful and nutritious if you can tuck into them raw, or use them as a topping for your cereals.

Figs

Figs are not available all year round, which is why when it is in the season you must make most of it. Figs are a fantastic source of fibre, which is vital for maintaining a healthy digestive system.

Bael Fruit

The pulp of bael (wood apple) fruit is an excellent Ayurvedic remedy for constipation. Eating a half cup of bael fruit pulp and a teaspoon of jaggery every day in the evening before dinner may also help relieve constipation. You can also have bael sherbet along with tamarind water and jaggery added in it.

Aren’t these fruits saviours? It’s a yes…

What are you waiting for? Include these scrumptious fruits in your diet and feel the difference!