Gerri is a 32-year-old mother of two children who is in the office for a routine annual examination. She tells you that she feels good most of the time, but she has frequent problems with constipation. Which of the following recommendations would help Gerri?

a. Stop taking any medications that list constipation as a side effect.
b. Increase the amount of fiber in your diet.
c. Reduce your daily fluid intake.
d. Reduce your level of activity when constipation occurs.
e. Use an enema once or twice a week.