Weight-Loss embarassing, but important fibre qs

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Lyla

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I hope nobody else has this problem, but it is a major one for me.
I think I have a decent amount of fibre in my diet. I have 2 pieces of whole wheat toast (4 g), a fibre1 granola bar (5 g fibre), at least 1 big bowl of salad, and other little things here and there everyday. I also drink 8-12 cups of water a day. No coffee, tea, soda. And still with this, sorry this is really embarassing to say, i can't go to the bathroom except every 5 days to 1 week and even when I do go, I feel that I still need to go but I can't. I was researching about this topic, I didn't really find what I was looking for, but I read that having a tablespoon of olive oil on an empty stomach is supposed to help in this kind of situation. So ive been doing it for 3 days, but have had no success. Does anybody have any input? Thanks.
 
I really think you should talk to your doctor. Especially if this has been happening for a long time.

Here's some fiber info

Insoluble Fiber

# move BULK through the intestines
# control and balance the pH (acidity) in the intestines

Benefits of Insoluble Fiber


# promote regular bowel movement and prevent constipation
# remove toxic waste through colon in less time
# help prevent colon cancer by keeping an optimal pH in intestines to prevent microbes from producing cancerous substances

Food Sources of Insoluble Fiber

# Vegetables such as green beans and dark green leafy vegetables
# Fruit skins and root vegetable skins
# Whole-wheat products
# Wheat bran
# Corn bran
# Seeds & Nuts

Soluble Fiber

Functions of Soluble Fiber

# bind with fatty acids
# prolong stomach emptying time so that sugar is released and absorbed more slowly

Benefits of Soluble Fiber
# lower total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol (the Bad cholesterol) therefore reducing the risk of heart disease
# regulate blood sugar for people with diabetes

Food Sources of Soluble Fiber

# Oat/Oat bran
# Dried beans and peas
# Nuts
# Barley
# Flax seed
# Fruits such as oranges and apples
# Vegetables such as carrots
# Psyllium husk
 
Same thing with me (though I do drink coffee so that's probably got something to do with it). I read somewhere that some people do naturally only need to go once every 3 or 4 days.

Would be interested to hear responses.

Have you just recently changed your diet? Maybe your body is just adjusting to it.
 
When I first started my diet, I had a lot of digestive issues. My body was trying to adjust to the new nutrition so at first I had diarrhea and later it was constipation. It finally cleared up and all is regular. I'm taking probiotics though. I do suggest you see a doctor because mine was never that extreme. I never went more than 3 or 4 days without going to the bathroom. Hope everything clears up for you.
 
Probiotics helped me with my stomach growling (loud) all the time. The growling was getting embarrassing, I only used them one month (expensive). I have had trouble with constipation since I was in my late 30's and my doctor wanted to keep me on laxatives (don't remember the name), but it used to be a prescription drug, now you can get it over the counter at any drug store. I used one bottle and stopped, I don't like taking a lot of junk. I could tell you what I did, but it may be against the rules!! But ones (Individual wrapped prunes) and Fiber wafers are very good for constipation. (cinnamon Spice and apple flavors, taste like a cookie). I still have problems with constipation at times, but not as bad. Try working kale, spinach and other greens in your diet, and beans......Good for you heart!!!! lol, lol, lol....:rofl:

Welcome to the forum!

Good Luck!!:seeya:
 
Thanks all for the great advice. I made an appointment with my doctor for monday, just wish there was something to help me from now til then. I will try increasing all of the high fibre foods mentioned by everybody. Thanks a lot for all the advice.
 
Lyla said:
Thanks all for the great advice. I made an appointment with my doctor for monday, just wish there was something to help me from now til then. I will try increasing all of the high fibre foods mentioned by everybody. Thanks a lot for all the advice.
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I am glad you decided to go to see the doctor. Please keep us updated.

Welcome again to the forum!!
 
I went to see my doctor today. She perscribed something called sodak (i think). Anyways, she also told me to go make some blood tests so im gonna go do that wednesday. Hope I don't have to keep taking the pills though, I don't want to become dependant on them.
 
Lyla said:
I went to see my doctor today. She perscribed something called sodak (i think). Anyways, she also told me to go make some blood tests so im gonna go do that wednesday. Hope I don't have to keep taking the pills though, I don't want to become dependant on them.
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I'm glad you are getting quick help Lyla. It's smart of you to see your doctor. We only have one body and we have to take care of it.
 
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