Participants kept diaries of symptoms and their success in relieving constipation.Īlthough both supplements increased the number of complete bowel movements, the use of dried plums produced a greater increase than psyllium. Each regimen was followed for three weeks, with a one-week washout period in-between. Participants received a total of 6 grams of daily fiber from either 50 grams of dried plums (1.76 ounces, or about 5 to 6 prunes) eaten twice a day or 11 grams of psyllium (1 tablespoon, such as Metamucil) taken in water twice a day. In a randomized control crossover trial funded by the California Dried Plum Board but conducted independently at the University of Iowa, Satish Rao, MD, PhD, and colleagues recruited 40 constipated men and women, average age 38.
New research demonstrates that prunes (dried plums) are more effective than psyllium fiber in combating constipation.
One cup prunes contains 1274 mg of potassium, which prevents muscle cramps, and 12 grams of fiber to relieve constipation.Long the object of jokes, prunes may now have the last laugh.NOTE: If you do not have constipation and just like the taste of stewed prunes, you may add 1/8 teaspoon of ground cinnamon to the prunes mixture before cooking (Cinnamon, oranges, and prunes pair well together.) However, do not add the cinnamon if you are using this for constipation because cinnamon is used as a natural cure for diarrhea and will have the opposite effect of a laxative.HINT: This remedy should work within 24 hours and can be safely eaten as often and as long as needed.Transfer hot prunes and syrup to a bowl.If there is a lot of liquid remaining, simmer, uncovered, for a few minutes until sauce reduces. Prunes will absorb most of the water, and the remaining water will thicken into a consistency of syrup.
Bring to boil, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes.
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