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Can not eating a lot of food cause constipation even if you eat fiber?

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Dr. Bruce Jacobs answered

Yes,thats possible,: especially if you're eating very little regular food. Fiber alone won't do it.

Answered 6/14/2016

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A member asked:

Can not eating a lot of food cause constipation even if you eat fiber?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bruce Jacobs answered

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