Eating better foods = 'bunged up' - why?!

I'm having the same problem, I'm thinking it might be from too much fiber. I'm eating activia every morning with my breakfast to see if it might help.

Probiotics or citrucel ( its not a bulk forming lax like metamuscil so it won't make it worst) . I take a generic of citrucel I get from walmart and have no problem anymore. The problem with probiotic yogurts is you have to eat 3 a day to get any benefit. You can get it in pill form and not all the calories.
Also Apples can constipate you. My Doctor always told me to give them to my kids when they had the diarrhea.

Snap, I have the same problem.

Have to resort to little brown pills occasionally but don't like to use them all the time as your body gets used to them and then doesn't work on its own.

I'm having the same problem!

Only thing I can think of is I'm eating LESS so there's less to come out.

I find mine comes from grains so I keep them on the low side and I have no problems at all.

Probiotic pill. I take one each night before I got to bed. It works!

Quickly increasing fiber intake can lead to constipation. I've read that increasing fiber more slowly is the solution to that problem. Also, as someone mentioned before, bananas can cause issues for some people (I know this from experience). If the change is sudden, your body may just be having issues coping with the change. I've also noticed if I'm eating less I go less or less often, which makes sense to me. I have found that two apples, first thing in the morning, on an empty stomach (not immediately followed by anything else), often helps ease constipation.

try more dark greens, like Bok Choy, Baby Spinach, steamed drizzled with a little Extra Virgin olive oil and fresh lemon

I love threads that have anything to do with poop. Thank you!

Here's some info I hope you find helpful...

FREQUENCY OF BOWEL MOVEMENTS

"Bowel habits vary widely among healthy people. Some healthy people may have three bowel movements per week, while others may have three per day."

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/frequent-bowel-movements/my00786

CONSTIPATION OR INFREQUENT BOWEL MOVEMENTS

"What's considered normal frequency for bowel movements varies widely. In general, however, you're probably experiencing constipation if you pass fewer than three stools a week, and your stools are hard and dry.

Fortunately, most cases of constipation are temporary. Simple lifestyle changes, such as getting more exercise, drinking more fluids and eating a high-fiber diet, can go a long way toward alleviating constipation. Constipation may also be treated with over-the-counter laxatives.

Not having a bowel movement every day doesn't necessarily mean you're constipated. You likely have constipation, however, if you've had at least two of the following signs and symptoms for at least three of the past six months:

- Pass fewer than three stools a week
- Experience hard stools
- Strain excessively during bowel movements
- Experience a sense of rectal blockage
- Have a feeling of incomplete evacuation after having a bowel movement
- Need to use manual maneuvers to have a bowel movement, such as finger evacuation or manipulation of your lower abdomen

To help prevent constipation:

- Eat a high-fiber diet. Choose lots of high-fiber foods, including fruits, vegetables, beans, and whole-grain cereals and breads. Aim to consume 20 to 35 grams of fiber daily. Experiment to see if particular fruits or vegetables have a laxative effect for you. Remember to add fiber to your diet gradually to help reduce related gas and bloating.
- Limit low-fiber foods. Foods that are high in fat and sugar and those that tend to be low in fiber content, such as ice cream, cheese and processed foods, may cause or aggravate constipation.
- Drink plenty of liquids. The exact amount of water and other fluids you should drink each day varies and depends on your age, sex, health, activity level and other factors. Limit caffeine intake, which can worsen symptoms of constipation by causing dehydration.
- Exercise regularly. Engage in regular physical exercise, such as walking, biking or swimming, to help stimulate intestinal function. Getting at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise each week is recommended.
- Heed nature's call. Don't ignore the urge to have a bowel movement. The longer you delay, the more water is absorbed from your stool and the harder it becomes.
- Try fiber supplements. Over-the-counter products, such as Metamucil and Citrucel, can help keep stools soft and regular. Be sure to drink plenty of water or other fluids every day, as taking fiber supplements without drinking plenty of fluids may worsen constipation.
- Be careful about introducing stimulant laxatives. Habitual use of agents such as Correctol and Dulcolax can make your colon dependent on them and may require increasing dosages, eventually leading to problems with your intestines. For occasional relief try a saline laxative, such as milk of magnesia, which draws water into the colon to lubricate the stool. Avoid giving children laxatives without a doctor's approval."

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/constipation/DS00063

I just posted a thread about how I'm having discomfort after switching to a healthy diet. I'm sorry your having troubles and I hate I am to. But it's nice to know it's just not me alone. I'm not having this particular issue though I'm having more of just discomfort and other nagging discomfort and can't figure out why so I'm going to the doctor on Tuesday.

Perhaps you could try eating 5 prunes at night so when you wake up in morning you might get some easier relief?

METAMUCIL.

My colorectal doctor has told me multiple times that using metamucil is about the healthiest thing you can do for yourself.

I HATE TO GET GRAPHIC, but don't push. Trust me. Then you'll have to get to know a colorectal doctor (hemmorhoids). It's not fun.

Metamucil...softens your stool, and makes you regular. If its not soft, do yourself a favor and take metamucil. My....movements got hard and painful and I've had to see a doctor about 3 times, and he keeps telling me the same thing. This time I'm going to stay on track and listen!