For example the difference in both soluable and insoluable fibre between pear and broccoli is: Potentially large amounts of pear (especially without the skin) may increase the risk of constipation due to the higher amounts of fructose, as well as replacing the opportunity for other fibrous foods. Sorbitol naturally occurs in pear juice and many other fruit juices. Remember that you do not need to struggle with this on your own and sometimes the smallest little tweaks, especially diet-wise can make a really big difference and getting support will help you to feel less alone as well. It is a sugar alcohol that doesn't get absorbed by your body. 1/4 cup strawberry low fat yogurt. Our second son, would go through stages of functional-constipation - and might need a bit of extra help with this and/or potentially they may be having some foods which are causing a little bit of a blockage to occur. While pear is what I call 'middle of the road' in terms of fructose amounts i.e not high like bananas but also not low like berries (it has 9.5g/100 so 2 teaspoons) it is still high compared to that of most vegetables. This is where fibre really comes in - as it helps to add bulk to the stool (insoluble fibre, such as fruit and vegetables skins) AND helps to move it through the lower intestine (soluble fibre). Add pear fruit gradually to her solid diet. It is also why prunes can help as they still have the skin on. In addition to the sorbitol and fructose, the pear fruit also offers fiber that helps relieve constipation. Don't exceed 4-8 tablespoons for the day every day. Other foods that also contain sorbital are prunes (also often recommended for constipation), plums, necterines, peaches … 2 green apples, 2 oranges and 1 grapefruit – you can swap one of the apples for juice or even pear juice if you like. A good recipe I saw to act as a constipation stopper was: Constipation and Fibre (3rd Ed). If your child is already having high amounts of fruit and then pear is added, this could be potentially be further counter productive - and given the current state of what is provided by the baby food industry in which a large percentage of baby food contains fruit and very little vegetables (less than 10%) this is a real probability. As dehydration is one of the main causes of constipation, drinking more water normally should help relieve constipation. In addition, the transit time of a stool through the gut is affected by the bacteria in the gut which large amounts of fructose can alter. Select 2 firm pears with bright skin free of bruises and other imperfections. Choosing a selection results in a full page refresh. There is a clear association between a lack of fibre in the diet and constipation in little ones. Papaya, pineapple, coconut extract, and flax seed smoothie is perfect for fighting constipation. Ingredients. Oxford University Press. Having fewer than 3 bowel movements during a week is an indication of constipation. So be very careful when pear juice is given to babies. The process of the gut maturing (which takes two years) can mean that children experience potentially a bit of constipation (and also loose bowel motions) from time to time. Stop using it if it causes rashes or other allergic reactions. It is more likely to solve your problem than giving you trouble. The possibilities are less but just in case. By toddler-stage children can overrule the urge to go if they are not feeling ready or comfortable for what ever reason, which can also lead to a bit of a blockage happening as well. 1/2 papaya. Cut them into small pieces and remove seeds, Toss them into an electric juice extractor not in a blender juicer, Take a fresh firm pear with blemish free skin, Soak 4-5 prunes in 100 ml water for 15-30 minutes, Put the prunes with water in blender mixer. Hopefully, this helps. 2 tablespoons granulated sugar or other sweetener, to taste. Having fewer than 3 bowel movements during a week is an indication of constipation. Sorbital is also manufactured as an artificial sweetener which is also where you may have heard this name before. They are naturally high in sorbital - a natural sugar alcohol which can have a laxative effect.