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Joined: Feb 2009 Posts: 22 | Dies adding fiber supplement help or hinder. My formula has no fiber in it. | | | | | Joined: Jun 2007 Posts: 10,507 Likes: 6 Administrator, Director of Patient Support Services Patient Advocate (old timer, 2000 posts) | | Administrator, Director of Patient Support Services Patient Advocate (old timer, 2000 posts)
Joined: Jun 2007 Posts: 10,507 Likes: 6 | Fiber helps your body digest what it takes in and yes it will help you with diarrhea. But you must be careful to use the correct type of fiber. Look for soluble fiber (absorbs water) for help with diarrhea. If you are constipated you would want to use insoluble fiber (fiber that is not digestible). Insoluble fiber will make diarrhea worse.
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