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A member asked:
Could a lack of fiber cause diarrhea or a gluten intolerance?
7 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
No: Lack of fiber usually causes constipation. Avoidance of gluten is recommended for people who have celiac disease. Gluten intolerance is a controversial term.
Answered 3/25/2015
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Neither: Neither of these issues are caused by lack of fiber. Gluten intolerance is an immune mediated issue. Lak of fiber can back you up & cause constipation.
Answered 8/7/2017
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No: Lack of fiber has no impact on either issue.Diarrhea can be triggered by hundreds of infectious and non infectious agents. Gluten intolerance is related to genetic factors and dietary exposures.
Answered 12/11/2013
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