A member asked:

Is soluble fiber unhelpful for constipation? it softened my stool of course, and even made me go to the bathroom, but i always read that insoluble is better, i tried to see if there's any cheap generic citrucel and i can't find any. help?

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Dr. Eric Kaplan answered

Specializes in Colon and Rectal Surgery

Insoluble fiber: Produces more stool.Soluble fiber helps reduce cholesterol. So both are beneficial. Time of day is irrelevant but best to spread out thru the waking hours. More important to prevent bloating, gas and constipation is adequate fluids: 80-100 oz of caffeine free/alcohol free fluids is recommended.

Answered 2/19/2021

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