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