On today’s (February 9, 2010), episode of the Dr. Oz Show, Dr. Oz shared three foods that are beneficial for preventing constipation. They are not all just high in fiber. He did not mention anything about prunes. Most of us already know that high fiber foods are the way to go, but I was surprised at one of the foods he mentioned.
Raspberries are packed with fiber. Just one cup provides 33% of the recommended DV (daily value) for dietary fiber. They contain even more Vitamin C and Manganese.
Lentils like other beans, are rich in dietary fiber, both the soluble and insoluble type. Just one cup provides 62.6% of the recommended DV for dietary fiber.
Papaya contains papain, an enzyme that helps digest proteins. One papaya contains about 21.9% of the recommended DV for dietary fiber. There is a higher concentration of this enzyme in the unripened papaya, therefore, drinking the juice is better for your digestive health. It also contains 313.1%.
Dr. Oz added that the average woman needs to get 21 grams of fiber per day.
Laura Sheman said,
February 10, 2010 @ 2:59 pm
This is a great article! I knew that papaya has a lot of enzymes and helps break down food. When I was pregnant I took tablets that helped a lot! However I LOVE raspberries and didn’t know how valuable they were. Thank you!