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  • 30 Years
  • 01/04/2021

What should I eat to avoid constipation?

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High fiber foods such as Pears, strawberries, apple, oat meal, brown rice, banana, broccoli, green leafy vegetables (kale, spinach), avocado, carrots, tomato, beans and sweet potato.and plenty of fluids.

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Consult a Gastroenterology/gi Medicine Specialist

Answered 04/07/2025

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