_____________________softens stools, speeds transit of foods through the digestive tract, and reduces pressure in the colon
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Insoluble fiber
Insoluble fiber softens stools, speeds transit of foods through the digestive tract, and reduces pressure in the colon. Thus it may help relieve constipation and reduce the risk of certain gastrointestinal (GI) disorders, such as diverticulosis or hemorrhoids.
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