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Don't have urge to poop! i did not eat a lot last couple days. do i need to eat lgr quantity of food to have urge to go?

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NO: simply increase your intake of natural fiber ( fresh fruit and vegetables), bran. oatmeal, shredded wheat and 8-10 8 oz. glasses of water daily.

Dr Davis and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 4/11/2016

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