25 Foods To Eat To Avoid Constipation

15. Pear Juice

Another fruit that isn’t celebrated as much as it should be are pears. Dr. Matthew Bechtold, a gastroenterologist from the University of Missouri Health Care shares, “Pears have fiber but also sorbitol or fructose, a non-absorbable sugar that acts as a laxative.” And because they are rich in fiber, 5.5 grams for one medium sized pear, they work well when dealing with constipation, or helping make sure that you don’t get backed up. Whether eating pears or drinking pear juice, either one can be easily incorporated into your everyday diet to lessen any chances of unwanted constipation.