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I am currenty on the dukan diet, but i feel really constipated? what can i do to ease it?

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Some tips...: I don't know the specifics of the dukan diet, but most constipation will be relieved by an increase in fluids and fiber. You can get fiber through vegetables and fruit, but also through products like metamucil and benefiber. Don't forget to exercise; that helps, too. Lgromkomd.

Answered 8/25/2020

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Dr. Martin Fried answered

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See below: Dukan diet is low carb- and hence low fiber- it is constipating by nature. Try not to stay on this diet too long and get back to a healthier balanced diet that includes vegetables. If you can have vegetables on this diet- i would recommend it- as they are low carb and help with constipation. You also need to take adequate fluids- 45-60 ounces of water a day to help the vegetables and fiber.

Answered 1/29/2014

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