I definitely needed laxatives by the about week 5. I probably needed them before that but just didn't realize it until then. Next time I'll try adding Metamucil to my diet.
I forgot about the creatine. Yes I did use it. BUT, I ran out after week 8 and I think that contributed to some more water loss and it made my muscles look flatter for that week 9 photo shoot. That and the fact that I carb depleted for 2 days.