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I have crohn's disease. would it help my loose stool if i take soluable fiber?
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Yes: Fiber is usually quite safe and can be effective.
Answered 12/20/2012
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Yep!!!: Fiber is wonderful. And we don't get enough of it. Try it for a week or two, you'll probably stick with it... And feel better.
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