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Im just 18 and im suffering from constipation. any home remedies for that?
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Diet changes: Try to increase the water and fiber in your diet. You can easily do that by eating more fruits and vegetables. Avoid things that are dehydrating, like soda and alcohol. If all else fails, try a gentle stool softener like metamucil, fibercon, or even prunes.
Answered 5/4/2013
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