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==Overview==
Effective measures for the secondary prevention of constipation include appropriate [[Dietary supplement|dietary modification]] and addition of [[Fiber (food)|fiber]], suitable [[laxative]] and [[stool softener]] therapies, and avoiding harmful food products while constipated.
 
==Secondary Prevention==
Effective measures for the [[secondary prevention]] of constipation include:
* Appropriate [[Dietary supplement|dietary modification]] and addition of [[fiber]]  
* Suitable [[laxative]] and [[stool softener]] therapies
* The following food should be avoided while constipated:<ref name="urlEating, Diet, & Nutrition for Constipation | NIDDK">{{cite web |url=https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/digestive-diseases/constipation/eating-diet-nutrition |title=Eating, Diet, & Nutrition for Constipation &#124; NIDDK |format= |work= |accessdate=}}</ref>
** [[Cheese]]
** Chips
** [[Fast food (patient information)|Fast food]]
** Ice cream
** Meat
** Prepared foods, such as some frozen meals and snack foods
** Processed foods, such as hot dogs or some microwavable dinners


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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Eiman Ghaffarpasand, M.D. [2]

Overview

Effective measures for the secondary prevention of constipation include appropriate dietary modification and addition of fiber, suitable laxative and stool softener therapies, and avoiding harmful food products while constipated.

Secondary Prevention

Effective measures for the secondary prevention of constipation include:

References

  1. "Eating, Diet, & Nutrition for Constipation | NIDDK".

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