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Time to effect
2–4 days
Effort level
medium
Category
Dietary
Typical approach
Diet change
How it works
Insoluble fibre adds bulk to stool, stimulating peristalsis. Soluble fibre absorbs water and softens stool, making passage easier.
Increase fibre gradually over 2–3 weeks to minimise bloating and gas. Fibre supplements alone without adequate water can worsen constipation.
Meta-analyses confirm increased dietary fibre significantly improves stool frequency and consistency. First-line recommendation in all constipation guidelines.
Community experiences
Anonymous · 0xa3f2
Tried for 6 weeks
“Noticeably less frequent issues after about a month of consistent use. Worth sticking with.”
Anonymous · 0xb71c
Tried for 4 weeks
“Good results overall. Had to adjust the approach slightly but found what worked for me. Would recommend trying it.”
Anonymous · 0xc8a1
Tried for 2 weeks
“Some improvement but not as dramatic as I hoped. Might need longer to see full benefit. Still continuing.”
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