9. All Fiber Is the Same
Myth. There are two kinds. Insoluble fiber adds bulk to stool and helps it pass through your intestines faster. Good sources are whole-grain breads, pasta, and cereal. Soluble fiber dissolves in water. It’s in beans, peas, and some other plant foods.
10. Prunes Are Powerful
Fact. This small, dried fruit has earned a big reputation as “nature’s remedy” for constipation. Prunes (also called dried plums) are rich in insoluble fiber, as well as the natural laxative sorbitol. Children who don’t like them might eat prune juice ice pops or sip prune juice mixed with another juice to hide the taste.
