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How much fiber should you eat daily to prevent constipation?

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Constipation is a common and frustrating condition. If you’ve ever been backed up, you know it can be a real pain. And some of the treatments to rapidly relieve constipation can be just as uncomfortable as the bloating, hard stools and straining. Fortunately, there are ways to prevent constipation from happening in the first place. No. 1? Eating enough fiber-rich foods, which promotes regularity. But how much fiber should you aim to eat daily to prevent constipation? And is there such a thing as too much fiber? Nutrition tip of the day: Eat 25-38 grams of fiber daily to prevent constipation In order to prevent constipation , it’s best to eat a variety of foods rich in soluble and insoluble fiber every day, Dr. Lisa Ganjhu, gastroenterologist at NYU Langone Health, previously told TODAY.com. Adult women should aim to consume about 25–30 grams of fiber per day, whereas men will need closer to 30-38 grams per day. All the fiber math boils down to about 8–10 grams per meal. Consistency is

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