Consume high pectin foods like apples, bananas, carrots, and cabbage. Fiber and pectin are also available as dietary supplements. Avoid fried foods, dairy products, and spicy foods that stimulate mucous membrane secretions. Eat prunes or figs. These are the best natural laxatives.
Physical activity speeds the movement of waste material from intestines.
Try a 20 minute brisk walk. If on morphine or codeine based medications, do not take psyllium based products. Instead choose flaxseed oil or freshly ground flax to help soften stools. Herbs that are helpful for constipation include cascara sagrada, turkey rhubarb, senna leaves, and yerba mate. Suggestions for Diarrhea Drink plenty of fluids rich in potassium or take kelp.