Swap Metamucil for kiwis
You already know that highly-processed foods are enemy number one for gut health (due to additives, sugar and fat) and may cause constipation or diarrhea—while veggies, legumes and probiotic-rich foods like yogurt and kimchi are your bowels’ best friend.
But you may be surprised that a certain humble fruit improves regularity. “Studies show that kiwi actually does just as well as, if not better than [the laxative] Metamucil,” reveals Dr. Sheth. “Eating two kiwis a day is a natural way to help the GI system move regularly without having to take supplemental fiber.” Indeed, research shows kiwis contain both probiotic and prebiotic fiber, in addition to an enzyme that helps break down hard-to-digest protein.
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