Gross question but I need help

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  • Numberwang22
    Numberwang22 Posts: 213 Member
    Apples
  • socajam
    socajam Posts: 2,530 Member
    mcoates442 wrote: »
    This is gross so beware.. Ever since I started limiting my calories I haven't been able to poop. I never had this problem before I started. Does anyone know what to do?

    I had the same problem. This morning I drank two cups of really hot water (plain) and in 30 minutes I had a good size poop that I was very happy about.
  • veggiecanner
    veggiecanner Posts: 137 Member
    I've noticed when we have oranges thngs work better. they are filled with fiber.
  • hippo_hips
    hippo_hips Posts: 45 Member
    like everyone else said, drink tons of water! Also, coffee always does the trick for me. Black if you can stand it
  • Redbeard333
    Redbeard333 Posts: 381 Member
    Same issue here! I would go sometimes 2-3x/day when I was 287#, but now that I'm at 199, it's more like every 3-4 days. I *just spoke* to my doctor about this Friday, and he suggested more water and a stool softener, saving the laxative for desperate situations. I eat plenty of fruits/veggies, and use Fiber One bread for my daily sandwiches, too.
  • Wysewoman53
    Wysewoman53 Posts: 582 Member
    mcoates442 wrote: »
    This is gross so beware.. Ever since I started limiting my calories I haven't been able to poop. I never had this problem before I started. Does anyone know what to do?

    You have only asked a question I have been thinking for a while now. It's not gross...just something we don't often talk about in 'polite company'! I, too, have been having the same problem and have been worried about it. There is some wonderful advice on here and I plan to be following it.

    Thanks for having the courage to post this 'gross' question!
  • Dominicj569
    Dominicj569 Posts: 30 Member
    DancingDarl wrote: »
    Sounds like you may have intestinal parasites..

    Not to say no, but its a bit of a leap, constipation is a pretty unusual symptom if parasites, weightloss is more normal....

    Fun fact
    At any one time 10% of the population has threadworm
  • snowflake954
    snowflake954 Posts: 8,399 Member
    DancingDarl wrote: »
    Sounds like you may have intestinal parasites..

    Back again. Highly unlikely, unless she lives at your house.
  • dollydiva2
    dollydiva2 Posts: 71 Member
    I have ibs-c and dieting has been a nightmare with making it worse....but
    I have recently starting taking a probiotic with fibre and also magnesium tablets each day and it has changed my life. No more constipation since i started taking them.
    Also have cut right back on eggs as I think they make me worse (a shame because eggs are great)
  • valente347
    valente347 Posts: 201 Member
    I try to get plenty of coffee and fiber, but physical activity really makes the difference for me. Running is particularly effective. (Household chores like scrubbing out the tub also work quickly for me.)
  • H_Ock12
    H_Ock12 Posts: 1,152 Member
    Carbonation or coffee usually helps me...but I only go about once every 3 to 4 days anyway.
  • Christine_72
    Christine_72 Posts: 16,049 Member
    I don't know how you guys handle going every few days, I'd be doubled over in pain if i had to wait that long. Plus I cant stand the thought of all that digested food sitting in my gut for that long.

    A probiotic and magnesium every night before bed guarantees a daily event for me.
  • moochisam
    moochisam Posts: 4 Member
    Drink lots of water, consume enough fiber, and drink some coffee. Also, soaking in a warm bath sometimes helps.
  • rileysowner
    rileysowner Posts: 8,337 Member
    Sabine_Stroehm wrote: »
    Ready2Rock206 wrote: »
    Water, fat and fiber should help. Or a couple cups of coffee...

    +1

    Yes, water, fiber, and yes very much more fat. If you are eating low fat, even the water and fiber will not help as much.

  • nutmegoreo
    nutmegoreo Posts: 15,532 Member
    VeryKatie wrote: »
    How many calories a day are you eating?

    This is my question too! Low calorie diets can lead to constipation if you are going too low. If that isn't the case, then I agree with the increased fibre, fluids, and oils. Those should all help.
  • jessef593
    jessef593 Posts: 2,272 Member
    Are you eating any fibre and have you been drinking enough water?
  • rawley69
    rawley69 Posts: 49 Member
    edited March 2016
    senecarr wrote: »
    feisty_bucket wrote: »
    neversaynever_43 wrote: »
    DancingDarl wrote: »
    Sounds like you may have intestinal parasites..

    I concur with Dr DancingDarl. Classic case.

    He is a doctor, after all. Ever read Dune?



    The spice flows....but not his bowels.
  • jplinis
    jplinis Posts: 35 Member
    I'm usually under my fiber goal but I've found that usually in the morning if I sit on the toilet for 5-10 minutes just on my phone even if I don't have to "go" I'd always end up going. Just try giving yourself some regular "toilet time". Works for me!
  • Tum22
    Tum22 Posts: 102 Member
    Try eating a raw carrot a day! ... or a celery stick. Magnesium supplements help taken at evening meal as they can aid sleep. I take supplement with magnesium and calcium for the bones. Acidophilus tablets can also help taken after a meal. Spirulina tablet first thing before food. I wouldn't try all at once though!
  • yayamom3
    yayamom3 Posts: 939 Member
    I was struggling with this too. One serving of Fiber 1 cereal on top of Greek yogurt is my new afternoon snack. It does the trick to keep things moving regularly for me.
  • laurenpjokl
    laurenpjokl Posts: 118 Member
    If you up your fibre intake significantly all in one go, it can take your body some time to adjust.

    If I start eating porridge everyday it can take a week or so for things to go back to normal.

    Don't worry too much, but if you're uncomfortable, it might be worth trying coffee or anything with a laxative effect.
  • ASKyle
    ASKyle Posts: 1,475 Member
    Try fiber, fat, water and coffee.
  • Gamliela
    Gamliela Posts: 2,468 Member
    intestinal parasites are usually accompanied by diahrea and weight loss, weakness. more fiber can make constipation worse for some people plus it adds gas which on top of constipation can be a grueling adventure. Best of luck on this. There is the glass of warm salt water on arising technique accompanied by higher fat in the diet for a day or two. It works for some of us.
  • SarcasmIsMyLoveLanguage
    SarcasmIsMyLoveLanguage Posts: 2,668 Member
    Hey OP, are you still here? How are you feeling? Did you get things moving again?

    BTW I hear if you take a tablespoon of ACV every morning, not only will it rev up your metabolism but it will also kill that pesky intestinal parasite. sarcasm
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