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Dr Bridgette Wilson
Digestive Health UK
What foods cause constipation?
Bridgette Wilson says that there is no evidence that certain foods cause constipation, but if you are replacing fibre in your diet with high fat, this could cause constipation.
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There wouldn't be any research that would suggest specific foods lead to an increased risk of constipation. However, if you are replacing high fibre foods in your diet with foods that are lower in fibre, then this could lead to an increased risk of feeling constipated.