A side effect of consuming a high-fiber diet is:

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Consuming a high-fiber diet can cause flatulence or excess gas due to the fermentation of the fiber by bacteria in the colon. However, this is a normal and natural side effect and typically resolves as the body adjusts to the increased fiber intake. The other options listed (watery stools, bacterial overgrowth, constipation, hemorrhoids) are not typically associated with a high-fiber diet and may suggest other underlying health issues.

A Side Effect of Consuming a High-Fiber Diet Is