constipaion??

[keliska]

I have problem with constipation I'm going to restroom 3-4 at week, so I bought CITRUCEL sugar free but it contains 24 calorii MALTODEXTRIN per serving I don't know if is it good idea take it if I dieting...is too much sugar?? Daily I need take 3 serving..so that is 72 calor Maltodex. daily.

What do you think?

 

[FigureSkater]

If there is something you NEED to take in order to be healthy, in my opinion, that comes before all dieting concerns. If the extra 72 calories a day will NOT kill your diet, especially if it's going to cure constipation (which can be an even bigger problem than hanging onto some extra body fat)

 

[keliska]

If there is something you NEED to take in order to be healthy, in my opinion, that comes before all dieting concerns. If the extra 72 calories a day will NOT kill your diet, especially if it's going to cure constipation (which can be an even bigger problem than hanging onto some extra body fat)

you have tru, thanks for advice

 

[Daisy_Girl]

How is the fiber intake from real food? Eat fibrous veggies such as brocolli.

Also, if you are cutting carbs very low and your fat intake is low also - this can cause constipation. If you cut carbs, make sure fat intake is still moderate to help "move" things.

Drink 1-2 tbsp of olive oil off a spoon. I bet you that will help.

 

[FigureSkater]

To add to this...if this is seriously becoming a problem, see a doctor...the girls on here are great and give excellent advice, but (as far as I know) nobody has an M.D.

 

[Daisy_Girl]

To add to this...if this is seriously becoming a problem, see a doctor...the girls on here are great and give excellent advice, but (as far as I know) nobody has an M.D.

And even if someone here IS an MD, they do not know you PERSONALLY and cannot give full advice without an examination!

 

[playmatesky]

I wonder the same thing. I havent gone for several days. lm on atkins and have been for 6 days with no improvement. The Atkins book says to take physillum husk. I have been and it hasnt helped.
Daisy girl.. as far as the olive oil remedy...have u done it yourself? Or know if it really helped someone? I might try that.

 

[AngMc]

For those able to eat carbs oatmeal and lentils are good!

 

[MandieG]

Also what always helps me is flax seed oil....that's about the only thing that keeps me regular..

 

[mbrooke5]

i take digestive/plant enzymes after every meal. I have a funny digestive system and the enzymes really seem to help me stay regular.

 

[playmatesky]

I tried the olive oil. No go lol! Drank some magensium something today and it worked well. Thanks anyways.

 

[Joe's Girl]

I tried the olive oil. No go lol! Drank some magensium something today and it worked well. Thanks anyways.

I went to the drugstore and got a natural laxative called Senekot, worked awesome, give it a try

 

[brunette]

joe girl, careful.

that shit can be addictive

once in a blue moon is ok though

 

[playmatesky]

I have that same Senekot stuff. Since Im on the under 20gr of carbs a day after that sik tastng madnesium stuff worked I have aken the Senekot and it helpe.! Yeah! Unless it ws all those Vodka Tonics last night. lol

 

[NightNurse]

not to be gross....but ya, i did atkins, and HOPED for constipation. I have a gi illness that sends me to the bathroom 4-6 x a day, you would think id be skinny as hell lol!

 

[playmatesky]

not to be gross....but ya, i did atkins, and HOPED for constipation. I have a gi illness that sends me to the bathroom 4-6 x a day, you would think id be skinny as hell lol!

damn ...that sucks. Can it be taken care of?

 

[ncgirl21]

How many servings of vegetables do you eat a day? Cascara Sagrada (an herb available at most health food stores) can be taken if nessecary. Don't take it to regulary though, as with anything, you don't want to become dependant on it- but it will usually do the trick ovenight!!

 

[NightNurse]

damn ...that sucks. Can it be taken care of?

Yes if i have my large intestine removed, and have a colostomy bag forever.

 

[Griz1]

Do not. DO NOT deal with constipation with a laxative on a regular basis! Your bowels can easily become dependant on it to work. As someone else mentioned "once and a while is O.K.".

Modify your diet first! Listen to Daisy (her ass clearly works in so many ways!). Eat veggies and incorporate bran into your morning diet.

If you continue to take laxatives to deal with constipation on a regular basis, guess what? You WILL be going to the hospital eventually.

Don't fear fiberous carbs you can be cut to shreds and still eat them.

 

[Lumberg]

And even if someone here IS an MD, they do not know you PERSONALLY and cannot give full advice without an examination!

Whoa....that brought up some images!

Just wanted to metion that I to haev appreciated the benefits of flax seed oil...it actually makes me almost "too" regular....also try extra strength all-bran. It's that cereal that looks like little brown twigs. It sounds gross I know but it's great for your diet (low low sugar) and tastes pretty good, IMO.

 

[playmatesky]

Whoa....that brought up some images!

Just wanted to metion that I to haev appreciated the benefits of flax seed oil...it actually makes me almost "too" regular....also try extra strength all-bran. It's that cereal that looks like little brown twigs. It sounds gross I know but it's great for your diet (low low sugar) and tastes pretty good, IMO.

I HAVE TRIED THAT HERB..DIDNT WORK...I gave up the atkins. Just wanted to drop a little but I can do it without that Its funny that the bran was brought up because I bought some a little while ago b4 reading this. I plan to use that and eat a salad everyday for lunch. We will see what happens.