do you take fiber supplement?

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  • kristen6350
    kristen6350 Posts: 1,094 Member
    I take 2 Fiber Well Gummies daily. It's easy, it's right on my kitchen counter. When I don't take them bad things happen!
  • grandmothercharlie
    grandmothercharlie Posts: 1,356 Member
    I take CVS fiber gummies. It helps. I tried the probiotics. Softeners. These work best.
  • Capt_Apollo
    Capt_Apollo Posts: 9,026 Member
    apples
  • jessicapk
    jessicapk Posts: 574 Member
    ithrowconfetti wrote: »
    Do try to bump up your fat intake, as much as your calorie deficit will allow. Avocados, eggs, fatty fish, peanut butter, poultry with skin, et cetera. These contain oils and fats that can benefit you. And too much fibre can also cause constipation. I've generally experienced better relief with soluble fibre as opposed to insoluble fibre for constipation, for some reason. Psyllium husks have worked well for me in the past too. Do remember to drink adequate water (a whole lot more) if you're going to use a fibre supplement. Good luck, OP!

    I second the avocado! Not only do they up your fat intake but the fiber content is amazing :smiley:
  • sugarfree123
    sugarfree123 Posts: 82 Member
    Everyone is different but my body gets constipated with any milk products, that includes yogurt and whey protein. Might lay off the milk products and see what happens.
  • stillnot2late
    stillnot2late Posts: 385 Member
    edited December 2014
    I do three fiber one brownies or cookies a day to complete my fiber. Have used metamucil or psyllium husk for years, recommended by my doctor. the brownies taste better. I consider them a meal at 360 calories for 3 cookies.
  • williams969
    williams969 Posts: 2,528 Member
    I add a scoop of powdered greens to my daily protein shake; it has 6g of fiber per serving. Other than that, I just make sure to eat some sort of legume/bean every day (upwards of 10+g fiber per 100g serving, cooked), eat 2-3 servings of whole grains (oats and corn tortillas are my favorites lately), and fill out the rest with veggies, fruits, and nuts/nut butter. I aim for 30-40g fiber daily, that seems to be my "equilibrium".

    If it's constipation that's an issue, be sure to get plenty of water (I'm horrible at this, always improving though) and enough fat (my personal "number" is 50+g daily).
  • elphie754
    elphie754 Posts: 7,574 Member
    keziak1 wrote: »
    By probiotics what do you mean, something besides yogurt?

    Yes. You can typically find them in the vitamin isle at any pharmacy. Most need to be refrigerated. If you trust your pharmacist you can ask them which one they recommend. I use natures bounty since they guarantee they are gluten free.
  • Christine_72
    Christine_72 Posts: 16,049 Member
    Sabine_Stroehm wrote: »
    christinev297 wrote: »
    Sabine_Stroehm wrote: »
    christinev297 wrote: »
    It doesn't matter how much fibre I get out of foods, I still have to supplement. I take magnesium oxide every night which helps tremendously.
    I also take metamucil every now and then, but wouldn't use it on a regular day to day basis.
    Yep. I eat a ton of vegetables and very little "junk". For me a magnesium supplement (I prefer citrate) is the key. Also helps with sleep. Just don't over do it. A little goes a long way. (Think: "milk of magnesia")

    ETA: you can get magnesium anywhere... target, walgreens, amazon...

    unfortunately here in Australia, most decent supplements are limited to health food stores :(

    Ah yes, there's that. That's unfortunate. You probably pay quite a bit for it at a health food store.

    yep $30 for a 250g tub of magnesium oxide powder and $22 for 30 capsules! It sucks :(

    oh and I second the probiotics. I take them alongside the magnesium before bed. There are certain strains that also help with constipation.

  • Christine_72
    Christine_72 Posts: 16,049 Member
    I've spoken about this alot with my American friends lol and the naturesway seems to give the best results. ( yellow bottle, not the green one ).

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  • Numberwang22
    Numberwang22 Posts: 213 Member
    Capt_Apollo wrote: »
    apples

    Exactly this although for the enzymes needed would think fresh apples, available more or less everywhere!

  • 47Jacqueline
    47Jacqueline Posts: 6,993 Member
    Enough water will definitely impact regularity. About 2 weeks ago I began a concerted effort to drink 8 glasses of water in addition to my regular liquids like coffee or juice and I have noticed a definite improvement in my "poo". ;)

    Fiber supplements are useful for the short run, but increasing fruits, veggies and whole grains are better for getting enough fiber.
  • WalkingAlong
    WalkingAlong Posts: 4,926 Member
    keziak1 wrote: »
    I'm in a strange situation since cutting out all the junk (tons) I was eating and switching to a low-calorie "good food" diet. I've actually developed constipation over this period. I'm eating fruit and vegetables just less food overall. It's possible that I"m not getting enough whole grain starches as I 've been cutting back on that kind of carbs.

    I've never been clear about using products like Metamucil, are they for only short-term use or as a regular diet supplement?
    Someone might have already mentioned this but some people get constipated from a sharp increase in fiber when dieting or eating healthier. If that's your issue, fiber supplements will make it worse at first. Are you logging here? If your fiber intake is already high, I'd give it some time for your body to get used to the new higher level and try some of the other ideas before adding a fiber supplement. A sharp increase in fiber can also make you gassy at first.

    I think I'll pick up some magnesium. I like the Fiberwell gummies, too. Costco sells them.

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