Home Remedies For Constipation

At one time or another, we all have been caught in a compromising position in the bathroom where we feel bloated and gassy but can’t move our bowels once we plop on the toilet.


“Constipation can be an indicator of poor fat digestion, imbalanced gut microbes, and a toxic liver”

Luckily, there are surprising foods that can actually give us a much-needed push and make us “go” without much delay.

Cooked Beans

This healthful food is known to cause flatulence, but its high fiber content can actually alleviate constipation. Consuming black beans, kidney beans, lima beans, navy beans, pinto beans, and soy beans can minimize gassiness if they’re cooked properly. “Lack of adequate fiber in the diet or water, and eating too much processed foods,” is often an indicator of constipation.

Foods with fiber help constipation because they add mass to the stool and stimulate the colon to literally push things along. Half a cup of beans can provide you with 6 or more grams of fiber.


Drink Coffee
Coffee lovers can rejoice that the bitter-tasting substances in their cup of Joe can actually stimulate the digestive tract and provide constipation relief. Drinking coffee can not only help you use the bathroom, but also pass softer, easier stools.

Eat Dark Chocolate

The health benefits of dark chocolate seem endless, but what chocolate eaters may not know is that it can treat constipation. The candy bar is a rich source of magnesium, which helps relax the muscles in the digestive tract, and throughout the entire body, increasing the likelihood that you will go.

Snack on Air-Popped Popcorn

Popcorn can be a tasty way to add more fiber to your diet, as long as it’s low in calories. Avoid adding salt or butter to preserve its benefits. This snack is a whole grain which can be an effective constipation remedy. The insoluble fiber in while grains helps keep you regular and prevent constipation.

Get a Spoon Full of Yogurt

Yogurt is an excellent source of probiotics, which promotes healthy digestion. “One of the best natural remedies most people don't know about is taking probiotics,” Ferguson said. However, not all yogurts are created equal. Avoid yogurts that contain lots of sugar and opt for plain organic yogurts that have a good soruce of probiotics.