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lalalyn12
lalalyn12 Posts: 80 Member
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Ok so since I started low carb, I have been constipated. I do not want to go out and get a laxative. But what do you suggest, I know I have seen some use psysillium husk<<< if i even spelled it right....

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  • TheVimFuego
    TheVimFuego Posts: 2,412 Member
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    I was the same until I upped the fat content, no problems now ;)

    Some Vitamin C can help too, I have plenty of it, can't harm :)
  • lalalyn12
    lalalyn12 Posts: 80 Member
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    hmm i think I shall try that..thanks
  • hummingbirdxss
    hummingbirdxss Posts: 87 Member
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    I had a horrible time when I started LC, then I switched to Coconut Oil for cooking. A little bit to scramble my eggs and even a 1/4 teaspoon in my coffee has done wonders. You don't taste anything when you use it. I have even used it on my dry elbows with great success !!

    Read up on the great qualities of it and you'll be a convert in no time !!!
  • LLRider
    LLRider Posts: 65
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    Drink plenty of water.

    Vitamin C and magnesium are both helpful.
  • zynx1234
    zynx1234 Posts: 73 Member
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    Just in case you get desperate... try a probiotic...I occasionally take one. Atkins recommends phylum husk? which is metamucil type products
  • Marll
    Marll Posts: 904 Member
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    I agree with Vim and the others here, nothing to really be alarmed at but just do the following:

    Drink water
    Up the fat content, it eases things a bit in that department. Coconut oil in morning coffee does wonders IMO
    Vitamin C and Magnesium appear to help some people
    If you need a little extra help, psyllium husk can help as well
  • debk3p2
    debk3p2 Posts: 82 Member
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    Also plenty of veggies.

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