Flaxseeds

Because of their natural laxative qualities, flaxseeds have been used as a traditional cure for constipation for ages. Flaxseeds are high in both soluble and insoluble dietary fiber, making them an excellent digestive aid in addition to their many other health benefits.

One tablespoon (9 grams) of whole flaxseeds has 2.5 grams of fiber, which is enough to fulfill 10% of your daily fiber requirements. In a 2012 research, mice fed a flaxseed-supplemented diet had a shorter small intestine transit time and more weight and frequency in their stools. Insoluble fiber, according to the researchers, acts like a sponge in the large intestine, holding water, adding volume, and softening the stool. Meanwhile, the soluble fiber encourages bacterial development while also bulking up stools. Flaxseed may be eaten in cereals and yogurt, as well as baked into muffins, bread, and cake.