Ingestion of vegetable fibers

Why does the ingestion of vegetable fibers enhance the bowel habit in people which suffer from hard stools?

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Some kinds of plant fibers are not absorbed by intestine however plays a significant role in the functioning of organ. They retain water within the bowels and therefore contribute to the softening of fecal bolus. A softer fecal bolus is simpler to be removed throughout defecation. People who eat less dietary fiber might suffer from hard stools and constipation.

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