Increased protein, decreased BMs...

southrnchic479
southrnchic479 Posts: 140 Member
edited November 2024 in Food and Nutrition
I feel like I’ve been posting non stop on here but the more I learn the more questions I have!!

Anyway, I’m sorry but this is something I’ve got to ask :s and it’s about to get a little TMI lol....I’ve noticed since I’ve increased my protein intake and lowered my carbs the last 3 weeks, even my post morning coffee potty visit isn’t as productive - and that’s usually what keeps me pretty regular. I haven’t been getting a full 64 oz of h20 so I realize that could also be a problem, but I’m thinking maybe a lack of fiber is causing it? Anybody else experience this??? Any suggestions?

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  • livingleanlivingclean
    livingleanlivingclean Posts: 11,751 Member
    Less fibre = less bulk, less to help things move along...

    Potentially less fat in your diet too (perhaps, if you've increased protein)? That may make a difference.

    Are you specifically meaning the amount you do, or the frequency?
  • RodaRose
    RodaRose Posts: 9,562 Member
    Consider your fiber and fat intake.
  • southrnchic479
    southrnchic479 Posts: 140 Member
    livingleanlivingclean wrote: »
    Less fibre = less bulk, less to help things move along...

    Potentially less fat in your diet too (perhaps, if you've increased protein)? That may make a difference.

    Are you specifically meaning the amount you do, or the frequency?

    Amount I do. Currently I am on 1300 calories - 25% carb 35% fat 40% protein. I don’t worry if I go over my fat by a bit and I don’t always meet my protein goals, may come within 10g some days
  • southrnchic479
    southrnchic479 Posts: 140 Member
    Well actually both now that I think about it. I usually go 2-3 times a day, now I’m going only twice and not having much luck :(
  • livingleanlivingclean
    livingleanlivingclean Posts: 11,751 Member
    southrnchic479 wrote: »
    Well actually both now that I think about it. I usually go 2-3 times a day, now I’m going only twice and not having much luck :(

    You're on low calories, and lowish carbs.... You perhaps just have less to get rid of as well!
  • bbell1985
    bbell1985 Posts: 4,571 Member
    Going from 3x to 2 doesn't sound like much of a concern.

    I went from every day to maybe once per week. Enjoy.
  • RodaRose
    RodaRose Posts: 9,562 Member
    Add leafy greens for low calorie fiber: broccoli rabe, swiss chard, kale, . . .
    Also consider flaxseed or chia seeds for more fiber and fat.
  • southrnchic479
    southrnchic479 Posts: 140 Member
    RodaRose wrote: »
    Add leafy greens for low calorie fiber: broccoli rabe, swiss chard, kale, . . .
    Also consider flaxseed or chia seeds for more fiber and fat.

    Do you happen to know if cooked kale will still work ? I have a kale recipe that tastes like collard greens that I love (basically slow cook in lentil soup - though I’d have to check carb count on that)
  • RodaRose
    RodaRose Posts: 9,562 Member
    Yes. Cooked will have the same amount of fiber. Collard greens are worth a try as well.
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