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Started exercising 5 days of the week&eating more fruits(blueberries, banana, strawberry) + granola. been struggling to poo& dark hard pellet stools?
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Uncommon: cannot say in your particular case, but generally, increased fiber is helpful. Adequate fluid intake is also important.
Answered 10/16/2015
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