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If you are constipated chronically, of course you should ask your doctor about it. One very common cause of constipation is lack of fiber. Take a few minutes to learn and feel better for life!
What is the difference between soluble and insoluble fiber?
There are a number of ways to categorize different types of dietary fiber. The best known division is between soluble fiber and insoluble fiber. Essentially, this has to do with how the fiber interacts with water.
Soluble fiber attracts water. As a result, it becomes partially disolved as it moves through the digestive system, forming a gel. This gel slows digestion and movement through the intestinal tract.
Insoluble fiber, on the other hand, does not dissolve in water. Often referred to as "bulk" or "roughage," it adds bulk to the stool and speeds its passage through the intestines and out your butt.
Both types of fiber are important to a healthy diet and non-constipated life, but it is normal to eat more insoluble than soluble fiber.
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