Do apricots act like a laxative?

Answer 1

Yes, if you abuse the apricots, your rear end will pay for it - especially the dried ones...

Answer 2

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Answer 3

Not so much apricots as do plums. In dried form, plums are called prunes and because of the high fiber content, the act as a natural laxative.

Answer 4

Yes, any fruit with an acidic base, such as apricots will act like a laxative!

Answer 5

I'm not sure, but prunes would work better if you are trying to find a natural laxative.

Fruits and vegetables have fibre, so if you eat a good amount your digestive system should be working fine.

If not, you could always get some laxatives or suppositries from the chemist.

Answer 6

Yes definitely, when i was feeding my baby i used to eat them but had to stop cause not only were they going right through me they were going straight through to the baby, u have 2 be careful what u eat when breast feeding, my dad picked the baby up and everything just oozed out the side of her nappy all over my das new suit. Most fruits Ar good if u want a good clear out

Answer 7

Dried apricots do...they are really high in fibre!

Answer 8

I know back in the day mowing the yard I hit one that flew out, hit my father in the nuts, and he **** his pants. So yea i guess so.

Answer 9

probably. although i would recomment prunes or figs more. also, you should try fybogel sachets, they definately make you go if its constipation you're suffering from. or drink lots of fruit juice or eat lots of grapes.

Answer 10

Nah, try prunes - now you're talking laxatives! :)