This apricot prune jam recipe is an easy homemade laxative that adds fiber to your child’s diet. The best way to relieve constipation in children is through a high fiber diet and exercise. Children need 19 -26 grams of fiber per day depending on their age:
Kids 1 to 3 years: 19 grams
Kids 4 to 8 years: 25 grams
Boys 9 to 13 years: 31 grams
Girls 9 to 13 years: 26 grams
Apricot Prune Jam Recipe
1 cup soften pitted prunes (or dates)
1 cup soften apricots
1/4 cup orange juice
Blend soaked prunes and apricots. Add orange juice until blended. To make it sweeter, use more prunes; tarter, use more apricots. This apricot prune jam recipe is great with a peanut butter sandwich, on breakfast toast, or with crackers.
For even more fiber contain, substitute prunes with dates.
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