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Can eating popcorn(air popped) worsen the hemorrhoids? i'm asking because popcorn has a high amount of fiber(which is good), but it's hard to digest.
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All fiber: is hard to digest, that the benefit that it gives bulk to stools and help prevent constipation.
Answered 4/5/2021
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