12. Prunes

Prunes and prune juice are very popular and delicious remedies to chronic constipation and should be incorporated to your balanced diet in order for you to enjoy a good sense of well-being.

Studies have shown that prunes contain a natural laxative called sorbitol, a type of sugar alcohol that increases bowel movement frequency. However, since prunes are one of the foods listed as high in FODMAP, people with IBS should try to stay away from this home remedy.