5 Smoothies that Fight Constipation
There are lots of natural remedies that can help you fight constipation. It’s not difficult to find foods that you like that will favor regular bowel function and improve your overall health.
In today’s article we’ll show you some delicious smoothies that you can drink throughout the day to improve bowel function and fight constipation, among many other benefits.
Smoothies are better than juices to fight constipation
Natural juices and smoothies are both very healthy, providing you with lots of vitamins and minerals. However, if you’re trying to fight constipation, you should choose smoothies. This is because they contain the fiber from the fruit, which is lost in the juicing process.
This is why smoothies are more satisfying, and you can enjoy them for breakfast or as a snack. They’re a delicious and healthy way to avoid eating excess amounts of sugar or refined flour.
Sweeten with honey
If you do need to sweeten these smoothies a little, leave the white sugar on the shelf, because it’s toxic for your health. Try a natural sweetener that also contains laxative properties, acacia honey. If you can’t find this particular variety, you can opt for any other kind of honey or molasses made from natural fruits or grains.
Kefir and prunes
Kefir is a type of fermented yogurt that retains all the benefits of regular yogurt, with some extra advantages. Our bodies can digest it more easily because it contains less lactose and promotes good intestinal bacteria. You can buy it already prepared in supermarkets, or you can make it yourself using fermented milk.
Prunes, aside from being rich in calcium and excellent for preventing osteoporosis, contain lots of fiber. They have been well known for centuries as one of the best foods for constipation. If you can, try to soak them in water the night before.
Oats and dates
Unlike rice milk, which can cause constipation in some people, oat milk is rich in mucilage. This is a kind of fiber that favors healthy bowel movements. For this smoothie you can use an oat-based milk or a tablespoon of oatmeal that’s been soaked in water for a few hours.
Dates, like most dried fruits, contain a lot of fiber and provide plenty of energy. That’s why they’re a great choice for your morning smoothie! Oats provide the creamy texture, while dates add sweetness.
Apple and kiwi
Apples are a great option for both constipation and diarrhea. The secret is in the peel, which contains most of the fruit’s fiber. But if you’re going to use the peel, be sure to choose pesticide-free, organic apples.
You can use raw apple in this smoothie or cook it a while; this will draw out more of its flavor. Meanwhile, kiwi fruits are traditionally eaten on an empty stomach because of its good laxative properties.
Yogurt and figs
If you can’t find kefir, yogurt is a good alternative, although it doesn’t contain as many good enzymes. You should try to find the most natural yogurt possible, without added sweeteners, sugars, or artificial colors and flavors.
Figs, either fresh or dried, are high in fiber and add natural sweetness to this delicious smoothie.
Hazelnuts and flaxseed
Finally we should highlight some nuts and seeds that contain lots of fiber and that can be added along with plant-based milk to suite your taste. Hazelnuts also help regulate blood sugar levels.
In some health stores you can find hazelnut milk, which has an excellent flavor and goes nicely with a little powdered cocoa. Meanwhile, let the flaxseeds soak overnight to release the mucilage. You can add the water that you used to soak them in to your smoothie as well.
You should add a handful of nuts and a teaspoon of flaxseed to each smoothie you make.
