Question 1

would eating mainly soluble fiber and no insoluble cause constipation?

Accepted Answer

It can: certainly CONTRIBUTE to constipation however the large bowel is perfectly capable of REABSORBING the WATER from the soluble (dissolved) FIBER THUS.....stool!

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Dr Z

Question 2

soluble fiber or insoluble fiber? when is the best time of day to eat that to prevent constipation and gas throughout the day?

Accepted Answer

Insoluble fiber: Produces more stool.Soluble fiber helps reduce cholesterol. So both are beneficial. Time of day is irrelevant but best to spread out thru the waking hours. More important to prevent bloating, gas and constipation is adequate fluids: 80-100 oz of caffeine free/alcohol free fluids is recommended.

Question 3

is soluble fiber unhelpful for constipation? it softened my stool of course, and even made me go to the bathroom, but i always read that insoluble is better, i tried to see if there's any cheap generic citrucel and i can't find any. help?

Accepted Answer

Insoluble fiber: Produces more stool.Soluble fiber helps reduce cholesterol. So both are beneficial. Time of day is irrelevant but best to spread out thru the waking hours. More important to prevent bloating, gas and constipation is adequate fluids: 80-100 oz of caffeine free/alcohol free fluids is recommended.

Question 4

when you are constipated and have gas because of taking the med, which is better soluble or insoluble fiber?

Accepted Answer

Insoluble fiber : This form helps with constipation better (although may cause slightly more bloating).

Question 5

can there be an artificial source of fiber that is available in the market for constipation?

Accepted Answer

The best: The best meds for constipation are cheap: proper diet and proper fluid intake. Eat a high fiber diet and you don't need fiber supplements. Drink 80 - 100 ounces of non alcoholic, non caffeniated fluids every day. You must break bad habits if you want any relief. There is no magic pill that can replace a healthy lifestyle!

Question 6

i know that not getting enough fiber can cause constipation, but can not eating enough food in general cause conatipation?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Eating sparsely as well as a low residue diet may cause constipation because of lack of adequate bulk in the diet. If you have a significant change in bowel habits see your physician or a gastroenterologist as colonoscopy would be indicated even as a screening procedure at your age.

Question 7

fiber is good solution for constipation but i cannot eat it for lifetime.is there any permanent solution which will be helpfull in constipation?

Accepted Answer

Fiber health: It sounds as though fiber has helped in your constipation as it normally does.  It is a real cornerstone in consistent bowel habits--i would give in and research the internet for good sources of fiber.  I simply suggest fibercon or Metamucil pills which are easy to swallow.   This chronic medication should not be considered a chronic laxative and put your colon at a worry for not moving without.

Question 8

is a magnesium pill (250mg) effective to relieve constipation (in addition to fiber, plenty of water)?

Accepted Answer

No: Magnesium citrate solution (a liquid) can help with constipation in the same way that Miralax (polyethylene glycol) does.  A magnesium pill though will not be as effective for constipation.  Docusate is a pill that softens stool and can be helpful.  Senna is another pill, a stimulant laxative, and works by increasing bowel activity.  Fiber and fluids, yes, absolutely continue.

Question 9

can to much fiber cause constipation?

Accepted Answer

NO: Fiber does not cause constipation.  If anything it would lead to more frequent evacuation.

Question 10

can not eating a lot of food cause constipation even if you eat fiber?

Accepted Answer

Yes,thats possible,: especially if you're eating very little regular food. Fiber alone won't do it.

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Soluble fiber or insoluble fiber? when is the best time of day to eat that to prevent constipation and gas throughout the day?

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Is soluble fiber unhelpful for constipation? it softened my stool of course, and even made me go to the bathroom, but i always read that insoluble is better, i tried to see if there's any cheap generic citrucel and i can't find any. help?

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When you are constipated and have gas because of taking the med, which is better soluble or insoluble fiber?

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Can there be an artificial source of fiber that is available in the market for constipation?

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I know that not getting enough fiber can cause constipation, but can not eating enough food in general cause conatipation?

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Fiber is good solution for constipation but i cannot eat it for lifetime.is there any permanent solution which will be helpfull in constipation?

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Is a magnesium pill (250mg) effective to relieve constipation (in addition to fiber, plenty of water)?

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