How To Use Prune Juice to Fight Constipation

Prune juice is made from prunes, which contain a large number of nutrients with proven health benefits. [ref. 1] Prunes are a good source of energy and do not cause rapid rise in blood sugar levels.

Prunes have a high sugar content, allowing them to be dried without fermentation. They are also high in fiber, which can help you regulate intestinal function and bladder, as well as keep appetite under control.

Prunes are high in fiber, which helps prevent hemorrhoids caused by constipation. Chronic constipation is a common problem in older people and can also be a painful problem for infants. Prune juice acts laxative thanks to the high content of sorbitol. 

And why do we sometimes suffer from constipation? Constipation is a condition that affects the gastrointestinal system and leads to difficulty moving the intestines. Peristalsis is different in every person, but if you have not bowel movements for two or three days, you may have constipation.  [ref. 2]  This may be due to a lack of fiber and water, which help to form waste materials and remove them from the body.

Although prune juice does not contain the same amount of useful fiber as the whole fruit, it still provides fiber and many of the vitamins and minerals that the whole fruit has.

An overactive bladder can cause serious discomfort, but adding fiber to your diet can normalize things. While an overactive bladder can be caused by many things, sometimes constipation can increase the frequency of urination. That is why we recommend the consumption of prune juice and in this case.

Prunes are a good source of potassium. It is an electrolyte that supports a number of vital bodily functions. This mineral helps in digestion, heart rhythm, nerve impulses and muscle contractions, as well as to control blood pressure.  [ref. 3] 

Prunes are not only a great source of potassium. They also contain many key vitamins, among which vitamin K, vitamin A, riboflavin, vitamin B6, niacin and others. [4] These vitamins are important for normal blood clotting, synthesis of neurotransmitters and metabolism of amino acids and other processes. [5]

Prunes are an important source of the boron mineral, which can help build healthy bones and muscles. It can also help improve mental acuity and muscle coordination.  [Ref. 4] 

Prunes can be especially useful in combating bone density loss from radiation irradiation. A 2016 animal study found that prunes and prune powder can reduce the effect of radiation on the bone marrow, preventing bone density loss. 

Prune juice is an effective remedy for constipation in both children and adults. For a baby or toddler, 50-100 ml is recommended. juice and you can adjust the amount if necessary. For adults can more - from 100 to 200-230 ml. juice every morning to stimulate peristalsis.