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Running and Lower GI Problems

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General Suggestions
* Consider checking with your doctor about [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Irritable_bowel_syndrome Irritable Bowel Syndrome], parasitic infection such as [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Giardiasis Giardia] or other medical issues.
** If you drink untreated water, you may contract Giardia, which causes diarrhea. The incubation period for Giardia is 6-15 days, so the affect will not be immediate.
* If you are not ‘regular’ (i.e. at least daily) it may help to review your diet to increase your fluid intake, increase your fiber intake or reduce anything that may ‘bind’. * Understand outdoor defecation techniques - http://www.survivaltopics.com/survival/outdoor-defecation-techniques/ 
==Specific Suggestions==
* Try limiting high fiber foods the 24 hours before a long run.