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What can i take or which food to eat to make the stool softer, but not to bulky?

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Dr. Nicholas Stratas answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Fiber: Fiber in food or in capsules

Dr Hegab agreed

Answered 2/18/2017

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Fiber sources.: Fiber is found in fruits (blueberries, cranberries, apples), vegetables (broccoli, radicchio, endive, spinach), whole-grain breads (whole-GRAIN more than whole-WHEAT) and some breakfast cereals. Fiber supplements exist as well. It's always better to include all sources of fiber as part of a healthy, varied meal plan. 50 grams daily for women, 70 for men. And drink lots of water.

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Answered 2/20/2017

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