For those who aren't "regular"...

If I were in this situation, I would weigh myself daily for a week or two, noting the day I pooped. Based on that, I'd see how it is impacting my weight and then weigh myself on the best day to get the lowest reading (assuming you are trying to lose weight).

I don't think there is a right or wrong way to do this, it's whatever works best for you.

i was very 'irregular' for years (since puberty and until very recently) and it not only slowed down my weight loss but it made me feel really bad about my body because i felt bloated all the time
i used to weigh myself every day, regardless, and feel bad whenever the number hadn't gone down.
i started taking a supplement to regularize my metabolism and it's been working great for me! i take a little less than the recommended dose because i've always been scared of laxatives and such, but this has been awesome and i feel a lot better.

I have always thought that women need a class on "How to poop" since most women I know have regularity issues, while most men I know can poop on command. :laugh: I agree with the first response to see how much difference it makes before deciding. Or you can just decide you only weigh in the day after you go.

I know....START POOPING MORE THAN ONCE A WEEK. For crying out loud.

It's not that simple! Trust me, people who have these issues definitely would LOVE to go more than once a week...we just can't! =P

Psyllium seed husks
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Psyllium seed husks

Scientific classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Family: Plantaginaceae
Genus: Plantago
Psyllium seed husks also known as ispaghula, isabgol, or psyllium, are portions of the seeds of the plant Plantago ovata, (genus Plantago), a native of India. They are hygroscopic, expanding and become mucilaginous. Ayurveda recommends its use for colon cleansing/ bowel regulation as well as for better blood circulation.
Psyllium seed husk are indigestible and are a source of insoluble dietary fiber. They are used to relieve constipation, irritable bowel syndrome, and diarrhea. They are also used as a regular dietary supplement to improve and maintain regular GI transit. The inert bulk of the husks helps provide a constant volume of solid material irrespective of other aspects of the diet or any disease condition of the gut. Some recent research is also showing them to be promising in lowering cholesterol and controlling diabetes.[1]
Other uses include gluten-free baking, where ground psyllium seed husks bind moisture and help make the bread less crumbly.
The husks are used whole in their natural state, or dried and chopped or powdered for easier consumption. In either of these forms, one takes them by mixing them with water or another fluid.
Sometimes they are combined with clay as a detoxification drink.[2] Most commonly this clay is Bentonite Clay which is a volcanic clay which is claimed to have many detoxing properties.[3] The psyllium husks are also available in capsules. Over-the-counter laxatives and fiber supplements such as Metamucil, Colon Cleanse, Serutan, Fybogel, Bonvit, and Effersyllium have psyllium husks as their main ingredient.
The husks may also be combined with other ingredients. For example, Blackstrap molasses is sometimes used with psyllium seed husks for its high mineral and vitamin content, as well as being an excellent carrier. A typical dose is one to three teaspoons per glass of water. Psyllium seeds can be used for the same purpose at a lower cost. The standard dose is 3.5gm dissolved in 250 ml of water.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has established a tangible benefit of psyllium seed husk intake[4] and a decreased risk of coronary heart disease (CHD). Psyllium's soluble fiber thus has the potential to decrease the risk of CHD.



you can take this every day forever and it won,t harm you in fact phsyllium has great benefits on cholestral levels just make sure you drink plenty of fluids with it :flowerforyou:

It's not that simple! Trust me, people who have these issues definitely would LOVE to go more than once a week...we just can't! =P

I know all about it, my mother is like that. Well she used to be. Now she drinks almost a liter of water as soon as she wakes up, then has coffee and goes to the bathroom. She also takes fiber and stool softeners. She was OK with her weekly movements until she had a colon cancer scare. There are ways to improve on this issue. Do try.

Have you talked to your doctor about your bowel habits? You might need a supplement such as a stool softener like Colace or Miralax to help.

I would do like the person above suggested, weight daily and keep a log of it and when you do poo and see if there is a trend.

I have this prblem too so now I take natural stool softeners on occasion or drink the herbal tea that helps with this problem. Lately I go everyday thank goodness.

Probiotics will help with your problems

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I'm a huge advocate for prunes. Yes, they are high in natural sugars, but they make you go.

I know....START POOPING MORE THAN ONCE A WEEK. For crying out loud.

Seriously!


I get freaked if I go 3 days without it. Take something for that, drink more water, eat more fiber, an enema, a laxative. Your current state may lead to colon issues later in life.

But if you're only gonna poop once a week weigh yourself that day I guess.

Laxatives could also lead to "colon issues".

For the OP: I hear you. I've eaten 50 grams of fiber a day. I drink tons of water. We eat a ton of veggies. I've seen doctors. I've had tests done. The GI doc's reply? Some of us just don't go very often.

I weigh daily. It helps me get a big picture (no pun intended).

ps: consider cutting back on fiber from grains. I find that the fewer grains I eat (gluten etc.) the more often things happen.It seems counter intuitive, to eat LESS fiber. But it works for me. smile.

I'm a huge advocate for prunes. Yes, they are high in natural sugars, but they make you go.

They make some folks go.

Folks who have constant issues with regularity have tried most of the common treatments. For most of us they just don't work. (and I love prunes)

Talk to a doctor. I use to be like that but I cut gluten out of my diet and now i go daily. If it's not gluten you may have a food sensitivity that's holding you back.

I used to have a big problem with this but then I discovered I was lactose intolerant. I gave up dairy for for the most part and when I'm about to substantially indulge (ice cream anyone?) I'll take lactaid. Works wonders. lol.

I know....START POOPING MORE THAN ONCE A WEEK. For crying out loud.

It's not that simple! Trust me, people who have these issues definitely would LOVE to go more than once a week...we just can't! =P

Amen!