"Stomach Cleanse..."

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  • kimny72
    kimny72 Posts: 16,011 Member
    lois1231 wrote: »
    Why was my post wooed? I know a lot of you think you are superior but I had the gastric bypass years ago and have to eat a lot of protein because of malabsorbption. The doctor recommended taking fiber pills to all their patients. It is not rocket science or made up bs.
    1. Some people don't know what woo means and use that button for all sorts of reasons.
    2. I can only guess, but laxative misuse is pretty widespread and since OP didn't say anything about being constipated it's possible some folks thought suggesting it was inappropriate.
  • lois1231
    lois1231 Posts: 330 Member
    edited March 2018
    kimny72 wrote: »
    lois1231 wrote: »
    Why was my post wooed? I know a lot of you think you are superior but I had the gastric bypass years ago and have to eat a lot of protein because of malabsorbption. The doctor recommended taking fiber pills to all their patients. It is not rocket science or made up bs.
    1. Some people don't know what woo means and use that button for all sorts of reasons.
    2. I can only guess, but laxative misuse is pretty widespread and since OP didn't say anything about being constipated it's possible some folks thought suggesting it was inappropriate.

    It could be. Despite all the vegetables, fruit, and foods people eat they can still have problems in that area. I don't misuse them. I wouldn't recommend that.
  • toxikon
    toxikon Posts: 2,383 Member
    Go see a doctor. A GOOD one. I fell into the whole "eat more fiber" trap, until I finally found an educated doctor who tested me for SIBO, colonic inertia (IBS-C), and Gastroparesis. Fiber needs to be avoided at all costs with these conditions or constipation will worsen and transit time will slow even further. I suggest you get yourself tested. There are antibiotics/meds and dietary approaches for these conditions. Good luck!

    I'm in a frustrating situation like this right now, sadly there are not many specialized gastroenterologists in town. I had a C-scope and I've been suffering with strange bowel issues for over a year (after having a perfect bowel since childhood) and my gastro just keeps telling me to eat more fiber. Maybe I'll need to track down a specialist out of town!
  • lois1231
    lois1231 Posts: 330 Member
    toxikon wrote: »
    Go see a doctor. A GOOD one. I fell into the whole "eat more fiber" trap, until I finally found an educated doctor who tested me for SIBO, colonic inertia (IBS-C), and Gastroparesis. Fiber needs to be avoided at all costs with these conditions or constipation will worsen and transit time will slow even further. I suggest you get yourself tested. There are antibiotics/meds and dietary approaches for these conditions. Good luck!

    I'm in a frustrating situation like this right now, sadly there are not many specialized gastroenterologists in town. I had a C-scope and I've been suffering with strange bowel issues for over a year (after having a perfect bowel since childhood) and my gastro just keeps telling me to eat more fiber. Maybe I'll need to track down a specialist out of town!

    You aren't lactose intolerant are you? I wasn't before but I kind of am now.
  • toxikon
    toxikon Posts: 2,383 Member
    lois1231 wrote: »
    toxikon wrote: »
    Go see a doctor. A GOOD one. I fell into the whole "eat more fiber" trap, until I finally found an educated doctor who tested me for SIBO, colonic inertia (IBS-C), and Gastroparesis. Fiber needs to be avoided at all costs with these conditions or constipation will worsen and transit time will slow even further. I suggest you get yourself tested. There are antibiotics/meds and dietary approaches for these conditions. Good luck!

    I'm in a frustrating situation like this right now, sadly there are not many specialized gastroenterologists in town. I had a C-scope and I've been suffering with strange bowel issues for over a year (after having a perfect bowel since childhood) and my gastro just keeps telling me to eat more fiber. Maybe I'll need to track down a specialist out of town!

    You aren't lactose intolerant are you? I wasn't before but I kind of am now.

    How long without dairy would it take to find out, do you think? I've gone a week or two without dairy intake without a difference, just not sure if I should try longer!
  • iowalinda
    iowalinda Posts: 357 Member
    toxikon wrote: »
    lois1231 wrote: »
    toxikon wrote: »
    Go see a doctor. A GOOD one. I fell into the whole "eat more fiber" trap, until I finally found an educated doctor who tested me for SIBO, colonic inertia (IBS-C), and Gastroparesis. Fiber needs to be avoided at all costs with these conditions or constipation will worsen and transit time will slow even further. I suggest you get yourself tested. There are antibiotics/meds and dietary approaches for these conditions. Good luck!

    I'm in a frustrating situation like this right now, sadly there are not many specialized gastroenterologists in town. I had a C-scope and I've been suffering with strange bowel issues for over a year (after having a perfect bowel since childhood) and my gastro just keeps telling me to eat more fiber. Maybe I'll need to track down a specialist out of town!

    You aren't lactose intolerant are you? I wasn't before but I kind of am now.

    How long without dairy would it take to find out, do you think? I've gone a week or two without dairy intake without a difference, just not sure if I should try longer!

    It wouldn't take that long to figure it out :) Usually you would see a difference within a few days of no dairy.
  • Ayesha0624
    Ayesha0624 Posts: 95 Member
    iowalinda wrote: »
    Ayesha0624 wrote: »
    Thanks guys for all of the feedback. It sounds like, from what most of you are saying, is that I should increase my fiber intake and drink A LOT more water. Aside from that, eating better, which includes more fruits & veggies will help regulate ;)

    My suggestion, which you can take or leave, is to switch from cow's milk to something like almond milk. Also, try to eat less processed food, in favor of fresh food closer to it's original state. Wishing you the best for figuring out what works for you :)

    Thanks! I caught a sale last week and stocked up on Almond Breeze! It's actually pretty good :D
  • stevencloser
    stevencloser Posts: 8,911 Member
    100_PROOF_ wrote: »
    vmlabute wrote: »
    kimny72 wrote: »
    vmlabute wrote: »
    Lemon Water.

    Ginger, Apple Cider Vinegar and Lemon. Drink as tea or at room temp

    Why?

    Reason for lemon water is that lemons have enzymes that help stimulate liver functions and excrete waste out of your body. Ginger aides in stimulating digestion, circulation and sweating (helps cleanse out toxins from colon, liver and other organs). Apple Cider Vinegar for bloat

    Could you list the names of these toxins?

    Ahhh, I keep hoping one day someone will name those toxins. but no one ever does. Sigh.

    Or if they do it's "Sugar! And Gluten!" or things like that.
  • quiksylver296
    quiksylver296 Posts: 28,439 Member
    100_PROOF_ wrote: »
    vmlabute wrote: »
    kimny72 wrote: »
    vmlabute wrote: »
    Lemon Water.

    Ginger, Apple Cider Vinegar and Lemon. Drink as tea or at room temp

    Why?

    Reason for lemon water is that lemons have enzymes that help stimulate liver functions and excrete waste out of your body. Ginger aides in stimulating digestion, circulation and sweating (helps cleanse out toxins from colon, liver and other organs). Apple Cider Vinegar for bloat

    Could you list the names of these toxins?

    Ahhh, I keep hoping one day someone will name those toxins. but no one ever does. Sigh.

    How about Steve? I like Steve.

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    Hi.

    Yep. You I like.
  • RoxieDawn
    RoxieDawn Posts: 15,488 Member
    100_PROOF_ wrote: »
    vmlabute wrote: »
    kimny72 wrote: »
    vmlabute wrote: »
    Lemon Water.

    Ginger, Apple Cider Vinegar and Lemon. Drink as tea or at room temp

    Why?

    Reason for lemon water is that lemons have enzymes that help stimulate liver functions and excrete waste out of your body. Ginger aides in stimulating digestion, circulation and sweating (helps cleanse out toxins from colon, liver and other organs). Apple Cider Vinegar for bloat

    Could you list the names of these toxins?

    Ahhh, I keep hoping one day someone will name those toxins. but no one ever does. Sigh.

    How about Steve? I like Steve.

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    Best thing I have seen today! :smiley:
  • singingflutelady
    singingflutelady Posts: 8,736 Member
    toxikon wrote: »
    Go see a doctor. A GOOD one. I fell into the whole "eat more fiber" trap, until I finally found an educated doctor who tested me for SIBO, colonic inertia (IBS-C), and Gastroparesis. Fiber needs to be avoided at all costs with these conditions or constipation will worsen and transit time will slow even further. I suggest you get yourself tested. There are antibiotics/meds and dietary approaches for these conditions. Good luck!

    I'm in a frustrating situation like this right now, sadly there are not many specialized gastroenterologists in town. I had a C-scope and I've been suffering with strange bowel issues for over a year (after having a perfect bowel since childhood) and my gastro just keeps telling me to eat more fiber. Maybe I'll need to track down a specialist out of town!

    If you think you may have gastroparesis ask for a gastric emptying study (4hr solid food one). This test will tell you if you have it or not. It's not bad but long and boring lol
  • 100_PROOF_
    100_PROOF_ Posts: 1,168 Member
    edited March 2018
    karen8787 wrote: »
    do a salt water flush or drink some dieter's tea.

    Nope.
    Laxatives can be dangerous.
  • Ayesha0624
    Ayesha0624 Posts: 95 Member
    Azdak wrote: »
    You need this:

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    O M G :D:D:D
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