Betty is constipated; she generally has bowel movements only twice a week. To help relieve her constipation without taking medications, Betty should
A. restrict her fluid intake.
B. reduce her intake of fruits and vegetables.
C. increase her intake of foods that contain insoluble fiber.
D. use colon cleansing enemas daily.
Answer: C
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