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Go Raw With Plums, Pears, and Apples. Constipation can cause you to feel bloated. Eating more raw fruit can be a constipation remedy because fruit, too, is high in dietary fiber. Plums, pears, and apples are good choices because much of the fiber can be found in their edible skins. Plums, pears, and apples are high in pectin, a naturally occurring fiber.
Why Fiber Helps When You Have Constipation. 1  Soluble fiber absorbs water and binds with fatty acids, forming a gel-like substance that keeps stools soft. 2  Insoluble fiber does not dissolve in water, thus providing bulk and moisture to the stool. 3  Both types of fiber are good for constipation.