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I bought these so they can help me go to the bathroom regularly, but they havent worked for me yet. I have been using them for like a week and a half and no help still feel constipated! Help!
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Re: psyllium seed husks
Try increasing your water intake, that sometimes helps.
Richsigpic260/215/180 Male - 36 y/o
It never ceases to amaze me of how easy and how effective this ***diet*** is!!
I have since re-gained a bit of weight, but that is soon to be coming off again!
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hpw much are you taking? and how many times a day? yep water is critical for bowel movement.by the book atkinseer
started 6/1/02 at 313
goalie 5/04 at 167 with under 15% body fat ADBB Presidents exercise Challenge
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I drink about 100 oz of water everyday because of this. no help! I take one 3 times a day.Comment
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one what? how much fiber in your one?by the book atkinseer
started 6/1/02 at 313
goalie 5/04 at 167 with under 15% body fat ADBB Presidents exercise Challenge
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they are capsules it says to take ont 3 times a day each capsules contains 500 mg of psullyum seed husk powder , in ingredients it says it contains pea fiber powderComment
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ho3w much fiber does it say it contains. pea fiber is fine too. you need about 30 grams of fiber as the recommended daily amount are you getting that with your food choices? also doesn't your capsul say to take with water and follow with another glass too? the fiber needs water to absorb and make a mass with so it can be pushed along and out. if you are getting uncomfortable Fr Atkins recommends using a natural vegetable laxative which would be something with senna in it.by the book atkinseer
started 6/1/02 at 313
goalie 5/04 at 167 with under 15% body fat ADBB Presidents exercise Challenge
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apart from water, cut out all caffiene for a few daysComment
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I dont drink any caffeine but thanksComment
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fwiw, flax seeds usually work wonders for me.
Richsigpic260/215/180 Male - 36 y/o
It never ceases to amaze me of how easy and how effective this ***diet*** is!!
I have since re-gained a bit of weight, but that is soon to be coming off again!
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You might want to look at your menu, too. If you are in induction, you should absolutely try to get the most from your allowed 20 net carbs. Not only should you eat all 3 cups of veggies, you should aim for a variety that will give you both the bulk and the natural fiber needed for regularity. Too many people think induction means eat all the meat and cheese and lettuce you want. NOT!
Cheese limit 4 oz/day - more than that can stop you up.
Lettuce is mostly water, and pretty much a waste of value, given the variety of choices.
If you are doing induction by the book and still have problems, then the added fiber can help. I found Senna Prompt capsules at the 1$ store, and half-doses work well. It contains fiber plus senna alkaloids to stimulate the bowels.~Susan
49/f 5'7" Start 2-27-06 SW222/11-18-09 @ 160-ish/G135-150ish??
Doin Miles, Flights, & Kid Ketchin'...
2 Ab Chal's; 6WEC#27 slug-Free; & more; 50# LOST in'06-
but regained ~20# in '07 in less than 3 weeks! And again early '08
...Was in HEAVEN -got to 150, for awhile, then got too busy, and gave in too much... and... OK holding pattern "keep it together..."
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OMG how did I fail AGAIN(((on temporary break)))Sigh ... I'll be back... life isn't always fair 10-07-09
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Thanks for all your help i know what else to try now i dont eat a lot of cheese just some sprinkled over my salad and maybe a slice of swiss cheese for a snack between lunch and dinner thats it and for veggies i try to get some green peppers, broccoli, tomatoe(just a little bit) spinach with romainne lettuce for salads.Comment
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