Wake up in the morning and take a spoonful of ‘this’… Cleanse your bowels completely

Constipation causes indigestion and lowers the quality of life. Regularly consuming foods rich in dietary fiber helps alleviate constipation symptoms. Let's take a look at foods rich in dietary fiber.

 

 

◇Prune

 

Prunes are quite a well-known food among people suffering from constipation. This reflects their effectiveness in facilitating bowel movements. Prunes are pitted plums dried until about 20% moisture remains, and 100g of prunes contains approximately 7g of dietary fiber. In particular, half of the dietary fiber in prunes is insoluble fiber, which stimulates bowel movements. They also contain about 400mg of magnesium per 100g, which is beneficial for constipation. However, caution is advised as consuming excessive amounts may lead to symptoms such as diarrhea and bloating. Adults should limit their intake to 4 to 5 prunes per day, and when purchasing prune juice, be sure to follow the recommended dosage indicated on the product label.

◇ Flaxseed

 

Flaxseed is also a representative food rich in dietary fiber. 100g of flaxseed contains 27.3g of dietary fiber. In fact, some people make sure to eat flaxseed to relieve constipation and aid in weight loss. Flaxseed is also rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, which help prevent cardiovascular and heart diseases and aid in maintaining and managing skin health. Since flaxseed is high in unsaturated fatty acids, it can spoil easily, so it is best to consume it quickly rather than storing it for a long time.

 

 

◇Kim

 

Gim is one of the seaweeds rich in dietary fiber. The dietary fiber content per 100g of gim reaches 25.2g (based on seasoned gim). However, for young children aged 1 to 2 years, care must be taken not to exceed the recommended daily intake of dietary fiber (15g). Furthermore, gim is rich in protein, minerals, and vitamins, which helps protect hair and prevent thyroid swelling, osteoporosis, and anemia. The vitamin A content of a single sheet of dried gim is twice that of an egg.

 

 

◇Apple

 

Eating an apple on an empty stomach stimulates the intestines, making it easier to have a bowel movement. Eating the apple with the peel on is especially helpful for preventing constipation. This is because the peel is rich in pectin, a type of dietary fiber. Pectin promotes the growth of lactic acid bacteria in the intestines and plays a role in expelling harmful substances from the body through stool.

 

 

◇Honey

 

Eating a spoonful of honey in the morning can help relieve constipation. This is because it promotes bowel movements. Additionally, honey is a monosaccharide composed of over 80% sugar; since it is rapidly absorbed into the body and converted into energy quickly, it helps alleviate fatigue. If it is difficult to consume on its own, mixing it with a glass of warm water is a good option. However, it must be consumed in moderation. Excessive honey intake can raise blood sugar levels too high and lead to obesity and dyslipidemia.

 

 

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I eat apples so often that I can't live without them,

I used to like them... but these days, apples are really good for the intestines, so they are like golden apples.

The price is quite steep, too.

 

I like Aori apples in the summer, so I'm eating them.

They say apples will be expensive again this year.

 

Honey is also great as honey tea on cold winter days.

Still, I drink often,

 

I prefer honey over sugar when eating tomatoes or misugaru.

 

I didn't know that honey is good for the intestines.