A member asked:

Raisin bran used to make me poop every morning, but ive built up a tolerance.. how do i get those same great effects back? im now irregular :(

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Dr. Alvin Lin answered

Fiber v constipation: One of basic tenets of bowel function is consuming enough fluids & fiber plus getting enough exercise. Bran is a great source of fiber but it's only one source. Consider aiming for 25-35g/d plus water. If more fiber, fluids & exercise aren't enough, go see your FamilyDoc for evaluation. Irritable bowel syndrome is more common than inflammatory bowel disease. Consider checking thyroid function.

Answered 7/5/2015

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