One study found that eating five to six prunes per day preserved bone mineral density in post-menopausal women - Getty Prunes have been out of favour for decades, only emerging from the kitchen ...

Prunes are so effective at treating constipation because they have three different components that help you poop. If you have trouble going number two, chances are someone will suggest downing a few ...

Medically reviewed by Kumkum Sarkar Patel, MD You can eat prunes as a natural laxative, high in fiber and sorbitol, to help stimulate bowel movements. Try adding pectin-rich apples to your diet for ...