Tmi !!!

sunnymae

So today is the 3rd Saturday I weighed myself and I'm still 172. Started at 173 and my diet is set to loose 2lbs a week. I've been badly constipated and gassy so could this be why the scale isn't moving ? My clothes feel a bit diff and my friend said my face was a bit smaller so has anyone else been threw this ? What can I do

AmyG1982

Constipation can definitely prevent the scale from budging. Try drinking lots of water and see if that flushes you out. You could try some kind of a laxative if its really bad. Another alternative is to try some xylitol. Its a natural sweetener similar to sugar but to people who aren't used to it it has a laxative effect. A cup of coffee with a tsp of xylitol will get things moving lol

laberryrph35472

Totally feeling same way.. my scales are down like almost 6 and i have pushed the limits a couple of days... of course as always the weight did not come on overnight but I sure would like for it to leave overnight.....

laberryrph35472

Thats a great idea!! thanks

sunnymae

Constipation can definitely prevent the scale from budging. Try drinking lots of water and see if that flushes you out. You could try some kind of a laxative if its really bad. Another alternative is to try some xylitol. Its a natural sweetener similar to sugar but to people who aren't used to it it has a laxative effect. A cup of coffee with a tsp of xylitol will get things moving lol

Thanks. I didn't start having these issues until I have birth to my son. It's been a whole year and still having bathroom problems. Went to the dr and had test done and everything is fine. Dnt know why I'm still having issues

FitPhillygirl

Do you like Prunes? I eat 4 prunes a day warmed in the microwave for a few seconds. I had problems with constipation for a while too after I was diagnosed with Celiacs Disease and had to go on a Gluten free diet. Having 4 prunes a day works and it's a good way to get more fruit into a balanced diet.