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I was told i have ibs-d which flares up and have had a spell for over a month now with no weight loss. what fiber can i take to bulk up my stools?
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Watch for gas...: particularly with water insoluble fiber supplements. It may take a bit of experimenting with dose and frequency before you find the commercial fiber product that works best for, and is best tolerated by, you.
Answered 11/28/2017
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