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A member asked:
Is it normal to have pasty bm and it's hard to pass it's not black or bloody, i've been taking vitamins but nothing with iron why is this happening?
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Yes, can be normal..: Changes in the consistency of stool can occur, and be considered normal, with any and all alterations in what goes into you gastrointestinal tract: from changes in food, beverages, medications, supplements, even gum! The stool consistency you describe sounds like it needs more bulk: gradually add some fiber in the form of whole grain cereal, bread, brown rice, possibly some vegetables.
Answered 6/1/2015
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