Two types of fiber. Two very different jobs. 💩 If you’re trying to improve constipation or have better bowel movements, it helps to understand the difference between soluble and insoluble fiber. Soluble fiber is the stool shaper. Psyllium, chia seeds, oats, barley, apples, pears, citrus, avo

Green tea may be doing more than helping you poop. 🍵 Duet with @Kayla I recently saw someone say they started drinking green tea and suddenly became much more regular. That actually makes sense. Green tea isn’t necessarily a laxative. The combination of a warm drink + caffeine can stimula

Yep, coffee beans….still counts #fiber

Things that are worth every penny for your gut health These are some of the simple things I actually think are worth spending money on. Frozen fruit: Convenient, lasts longer, and makes it much easier to get more berries, mango, dragon fruit, and other fiber-rich fruits into smoothies, yogurt

The ultimate constipation drink to help you poop 🥝 If you’re backed up and looking for a natural constipation drink, this combines some of my favorite foods for bowel regularity into one smoothie. Ingredients: • 2 kiwis, sliced • 1 apple, sliced • 2–3 tbsp chia seeds • Juice of 1 lime •

Fennel is one of my favorite natural remedies for bloating and gas. Duet with @sid.and.listen Fennel seeds contain an essential oil called anethole, along with other plant compounds that can help relax the smooth muscle of the digestive tract. This antispasmodic effect may help with intesti

Sweet potatoes are one of my favorite foods for constipation. 🍠 #duet with @ithrowupwhenimnervous They contain both soluble and insoluble fiber, which work in different ways. Insoluble fiber adds bulk to stool and helps move it through the intestines, while soluble fiber holds onto water a

Sugar free candy can make you poop and fart more - here’s why #poop #fart

Stewed apples might be one of the easiest ways to enjoy apples 🍎 #duet with @Carleigh Bodrug - plantyou If raw apples leave you feeling bloated or gassy, try cooking them. Heat softens the apple and changes its pectin-rich cell structure, which can make cooked apples easier to tolerate and

Your body actually has a poop reflex. 💩 It’s called the gastrocolic reflex. When food enters your stomach, it sends signals to your colon to contract and move stool along. That’s why you may suddenly need to poop after eating. Higher-fat foods can stimulate this reflex, including avocado, ful

Easy Fiber-Maxed Thai Curry Credit @Fiber_China 💫 This high-fiber Thai curry is one of the easiest ways to fiber-max a meal without making an entirely separate recipe. I use frozen mixed vegetables to keep it simple, then add a full can of cannellini beans for an extra boost of fiber and

A bloating hack that can work surprisingly fast. Duet with @claudiakathrynn It’s called an abdominal massage, and it can help move trapped gas and stool through the colon, stimulate bowel movements, and provide relief from bloating and constipation. Lie flat on your back with your knees s

10 vegetables for liver health 🥬 One thing many people forget is that gut health and liver health are connected. A healthier gut microbiome helps support the gut-liver axis, which may reduce inflammation and support a healthier liver. Honorable mention: Brussels sprouts, kale, and cauliflower

5 warning signs of colon cancer #duet with @Kenny Berbick If you notice any of these symptoms and they persist, don’t ignore them. • A change in the shape or form of your stool, especially if it becomes consistently pencil-thin or looks different than your normal. • A persistent chan

These symptoms seem random…but they may all be connected. If you have a chronic cough, constantly clear your throat, always feel like there’s a lump in your throat, have a hoarse or raspy voice, produce excess throat mucus, or have a sore throat that won’t go away, you may have laryngopharyngeal

Skip the liver detox supplements. Some “liver detox” products have been linked to drug-induced liver injury, and because supplements aren’t regulated like prescription medications, you may not always know exactly what’s in them. If you want to support your liver, stick with foods and drinks t