Sweet potato

Sweet potatoes are high in fiber, which can assist with constipation. One medium sweet potato (about 150 grams) has 3.6 grams of fiber or 14% of the recommended daily intake. Sweet potatoes are high in cellulose and lignin, which are both insoluble fibers. They also contain pectin, a soluble fiber.

By adding bulk and weight to stools, insoluble fiber can help with bowel motions. One research looked at how sweet potatoes affected patients who were receiving chemotherapy, which can produce constipation. In comparison to the control group, individuals experienced reduced constipation symptoms and reported less straining and discomfort after just four days of consuming 7 ounces (200 grams) of sweet potato per day. Roasted, steamed, boiling or mashed sweet potatoes are all options. It may also be substituted for regular potatoes in any recipe that calls for them.