A member asked:

Our poop is mainly water (75%) and very little fiber (25%) why do we need fiber to poop? if i ate steak and potato daily would i still poop daily?

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Dr. Harold Mandel answered

Specializes in General Practice

Fiber is important!: Insoluble fiber such as found in wheat bran, nuts & potatoes promote the movement of material through your digestive system and increases stool bulk therefore helping with constipation. Steak & potato may therefore be OK in moderation but for your overall health I suggest limiting your consumption of red meat to a few times a week and eating more foods with fiber such as beans and vegetables.

Answered 8/13/2018

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