Sun, Jan-30-05, 19:46
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Posts: 37,415
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Plan: LC, GF
Stats: 241/190/140
BF:
Progress: 50%
Location: Eastern ON, Canada
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Quote:
... "Prunes and other fruits may be effective, although bloating can occur as a side-effect."
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Prunes' laxative effect is due to the high sorbitol content, not fiber. That's why prune juice is also effective, even though it has little fiber.
Apples, pears and sweet cherries also contain sorbitol, but much smaller quantities than in prunes.
Doreen
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