25 Foods To Eat To Avoid Constipation

22. Chia Seeds

Chia seeds are another superfood that are incredibly fiber-dense. A single ounce of chia seeds has up to 10.6 grams of fiber, which actually meets all your required daily intake! Since chia seeds are 15% soluble and 85% insoluble fiber, these tiny yet powerful seeds soften your stool and make them easier to pass as well. Amazingly, chia seeds can even absorb up to 12 times their own weight in water, making them even more helpful in moving the bowels. To top it all off, they can be added to a ton of food like oats, yogurt, cereal, smoothies, salad dressings, baked goods and even desserts!