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What Are Natural Laxatives?
Laxatives either soften stools or stimulate bowel movement. Laxatives commonly treat constipation, a condition of having difficult and sometimes painful bowel movements. Natural laxatives can also help speed up the movement of the digestive tract to spur a bowel movement. The main classes of laxatives include:
• Bulk-forming laxatives move through the body undigested, absorbing water and swelling to form the stool.
• Lubricant laxatives coat the intestinal lining and stool's surface to maintain moisture.
• Osmotic-type laxatives help the colon retain more water, increasing the frequency of bowel movements.
• Saline laxatives draw water into the small intestine to encourage a bowel movement.
• Stimulant laxatives speed up the digestive system.
• Stool softeners increase water absorption by the stool to make it softer and easier to pass.
What Makes A Good Natural Laxative?
Fiber is a natural laxative, and one of the first treatments for constipation. It works by passing undigested through the intestines, adding bulk to the stool, softening it, and encouraging regularity. Soluble fiber works by absorbing water to form a gel, resulting in softer stools. Products containing probiotics help with gut bacteria and regularity. Good natural laxatives include:
• Aloe vera
• Coffee
• High-fiber fruits like apples, berries, and kiwi fruit
• Dried fruits including apricots, figs, and prunes
• Leafy greens including spinach, kale, and cabbage
• Legumes including beans, chickpeas, lentils, peas, and peanuts
• Magnesium citrate
• Oat bran
• Oils including castor oil, flaxseed oil, and olive oil
• Probiotics including kefir and Greek yogurt
• Psyllium
• Rhubarb
• Seeds including chia seeds and flaxseeds
• Senna