Softening stools can be achieved by eating foods with crude fiber, drinking more water, and using medication when necessary. 1. Eat food with crude fiber: some studies show that food with crude fiber can promote intestinal peristalsis, which can help to soften the stool and promote the discharge of feces, and common foods with crude fiber include sweet potato, pumpkin, corn, and so on. 2. Drink more water: If you drink too little water for a long time, it will easily cause dry stools, leading to defecation difficulties, at this time, you need to drink more water, replenish the water needed by the body in a timely manner, so as to achieve the effect of softening stools and promoting defecation. 3. Medication: For those who have serious dryness and difficulty in defecation, lactulose and keserol can be used under the guidance of a physician to stimulate the rectum and soften the stools, so that the stools can be discharged smoothly. If the above methods are not effective, it is recommended to consult a doctor in a timely manner, under the guidance of a physician to take scientific treatment measures.