Foods That Will Help You Poop When You’re Constipated

“Prunes are a good source of fiber,” says Jessica Cording, M.S., R.D., author of The Little Book of Game-Changers. Prunes also contain a compound called sorbitol that acts as a natural laxative, she says.

Want to maximize prunes’ power? Dr. Farhadi recommends soaking them in water overnight. Or, opt for 100% prune juice. “It tastes a little better and is easier to take down,” says Dr. Berookim.