10 Foods That Help With Constipation
Helpful Food #9: Figs
Figs come from the fig tree, which is found naturally in the Middle East and parts of Asia. Figs are the fruit of the tree and are edible. They are enjoyed in many parts of the world and are often eaten as they are, although they are sometimes used in cooking.
Just half a cup of figs will provide nearly 30% of your recommended daily fiber intake. They also contain a compound known as ficain, which is thought to be able to help with digestion. A study on dogs showed that fig paste was able to reduce the amount of time that stools took to pass.
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