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Since orange juice is acidic, can it prevent this constipation?

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Dr. Eric Kaplan answered

Specializes in Colon and Rectal Surgery

Any fluids: That are caffeine free/alcohol free whentaken in proper quantities of 80-100 oz per day can prevent constipation. Acidic plays no specific role in constipation.

Dr Berg agreed

Answered 2/13/2020

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