Nutritionist says over 20,000 people wanted to know this prune juice ‘recipe to poop’

Owing to our current lifestyle and diet habits, constipation has become quite common. Nutritionist Rashi Chowdhary realised the gravity of the issue when she posted an Instagram reel teasing a recipe to ease constipation. Turned out, “22,000 people wanted to know this recipe to poop right,” claimed the nutritionist. But what is this wonder remedy?

According to Chowdhary, ½ cup prune juice or 3-4 overnight soaked prunes (blended with water) with a dash of lemon, black salt, and soaked chia seeds, and ½ cup of soda water can help you find quick relief.

But before we dive into the effectiveness of the remedy, let’s understand about constipation.

When a person is constipated, it means their bowel movements are infrequent or difficult to pass. “Constipation often leads to the stool becoming hard and dry, making it challenging to eliminate,” explained Dr Aniket Mule, consultant internal medicine, Wockhardt Hospitals, Mira Road.

When left untreated, chronic constipation can lead to severe complications such as dehydration, bowel obstruction, or even fainting spells while on the toilet. “It serves as a reminder that proper hydration, dietary fibre intake, and physical activity are crucial elements in maintaining good digestive health,” said  Dr Mule.

So, does this remedy works?

Fibre and sorbitol, which are found in prunes and prune juice, can help induce bowel motions, said Dr HP Bharathi, deputy chief medical officer at Jindal Naturecure Institute. “Rich in soluble fibre, soaked chia seeds help ease constipation and improve digestion. Black salt has the potential to be a moderate laxative, and the carbonation of soda water may aid in stimulating digestion. Acidity and vitamin C from lime juice can help digestion,” said Dr Bharathi.

 

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Although some people may find this cure helpful, everyone’s reactions differ. “In order to stop constipation from getting worse, it’s important to drink enough water while consuming more fibre, urged Dr Bharathi.

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Furthermore, moderation is essential since consuming too much of some components, such as sorbitol in prunes, can cause diarrhea and bloating, warned Dr Bharathi. “Before using this remedy, anyone with certain dietary restrictions or medical issues should speak with a healthcare provider. Overall, keeping regular bowel movements and avoiding constipation requires a balanced diet high in fibre, water, and physical exercise,” said Dr Bharathi.

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