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Does drinking wine cause constipation?

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Dr. Eric Kaplan answered

Specializes in Colon and Rectal Surgery

All: Forms of alcohol, beer whiskey wine are diuretics and dehydrate especially if taking alot. The dehydration does in deed contribute to constipation. Red or white wine, makes no difference.

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Answered 5/15/2021

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