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  • #1

    The going part is not going

    Okay...this is gonna be gross...but here I go...
    This is my 10th day of induction, so far 5 lbs lost and I feel GREAT! Although, getting up at 5 am, working out and then picking up babies until 5 pm wears me out. Anywho...here's my problem...I can't go #2. I barely go at all. I don't get the urge to go and most of the time I sort of sit there until I can get something out. I eat 2 tablespoons of flax seed on my eggs every morning, drink between 100 and 110 ounces of water a day but still no luck in the potty department. I cut out cheese hoping this would help, but it hasn't. I'm sure not going is not at all good for you, and I used to be so regular. Could I take stool softeners, or drink green tea to see if this would help?
    Can someone give me some suggestions?
    Thanks and sorry, I know it's gross.
    F/25/6'
    Started: 8/2/2008 Stopped: 11/30/2008
    Restarted: 1/12/2009
    Extended Induction
    SW:348/CW:292/GW:220
    Start BMI:47.3/Current BMI: 39.6
    Mini-goal 1:340 -*8/14/08*
    Mini-goal 2:325 -*9/26/08*
    Mini goal 3:310 -*2/26/09*
    Mini-goal 4:295 -*5/1/09*
    Mini-goal 5:280
    Mini-goal 6:265
    Mini-goal 7:250
    Mini-goal 8:235
    GOAL!!!:220: (We start trying for our first baby)

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  • #2
    Re: The going part is not going

    I would suggest glycerine suppositories
    Wondering how to get 'most' of your net carbs from your induction veggies?
    Take a look at the thread from the latest Veggie Challenge to see how others manage it!



    Check out our Low Carb Recipes website and add to it!!





    F/60 yrs/5ft 5.5" (Though due to collapsing vertebrae I am now only 5'3" - but I refuse to recalculate my BMI )

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    • #3
      Re: The going part is not going

      Originally posted by tink11302 View Post
      Okay...this is gonna be gross...but here I go...
      This is my 10th day of induction, so far 5 lbs lost and I feel GREAT! Although, getting up at 5 am, working out and then picking up babies until 5 pm wears me out. Anywho...here's my problem...I can't go #2. I barely go at all. I don't get the urge to go and most of the time I sort of sit there until I can get something out. I eat 2 tablespoons of flax seed on my eggs every morning, drink between 100 and 110 ounces of water a day but still no luck in the potty department. I cut out cheese hoping this would help, but it hasn't. I'm sure not going is not at all good for you, and I used to be so regular. Could I take stool softeners, or drink green tea to see if this would help?
      Can someone give me some suggestions?
      Thanks and sorry, I know it's gross.
      The one-word answer is simply, "Psyllium"

      Get some without sugar/additives; take daily*. Problem solved!

      TWS

      *I take a rounded tsp. in a glass of water. Some sources say to take more so adjust as necessary.

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      • #4
        Re: The going part is not going

        Hi Tink,
        Some great advice here.
        I once had the same problem. I added liquid cap magnesium 400 mg. I already take a good Pro-Biotic which helps with digestion and psyllium. I eat flaxmeal at least 3 times a week. Of course getting your water in is important aswell. I really believe the liquid cap magnesium and the Pro-biotic is the ticket for me.
        Hope you get relief soon.
        Sherri
        MOTHEREARTH AKA SHERRI "HOW THE WORLD TURNS AS I SEE IT"
        HT: 5'10.5-Highest weight-374 lbs.
        Began ATKINS 07-07-04 @ 334 lbs.
        Maintaned 101 lb. Weightloss
        New goals-New start 03-21-10 @ 273
        ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~inches lost~~~~
        1st mini-goal: 260
        2nd mini-goal:249
        2nd mini-goal:239
        3rd mini-goal:229
        GOAL :225




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        • #5
          Re: The going part is not going

          I take a probiotic and fish oils as part of my daily supplements and I have never used flax or psyllium. i am slower than when I wasn't doing atkins but not constipated. If you are in a lot of pain I would probably try the glycerin suppository to get things loose and then change your plan. You don't want to rely on a stimulant or suppository ongoing.

          oh and water, water, water, water!
          sigpicErika: 32y/oF, 5'8" start Atkins 6/22/08 201.6
          highest wt. 253lbs



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          • #6
            Re: The going part is not going

            This may sound odd, but I recall having a similar problem when I was in the first two weeks of Induction until I overdid it on some pepperoni. The next day was NOT pretty, but it did take care of the "problem." The good news is that on extended Induction I don't seem to have the problem anymore. I don't know if my intestines adapted to my new diet or if my efforts to eat plenty of leafy greens is paying off. Oh, and exercise helps me as well (especially crunches). Good luck!
            Eric

            Age: 38
            Height: 6' 1"
            Round 1: 6/08 - 11/08 (SW 270 / LW 223)
            Round 2: July 19, 2009
             SW 254.5 / CW 242 / GW 210

            Keep your eyes focused on the prize!

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            • #7
              Re: The going part is not going

              You really didn't mention much of what you are eating. Are you getting in your 2 cups of salad veggies a day? I found that whenever I wasn't getting that fiber in, I had the same issue that you're having... then, as soon as I put the leafy veggies back in, I got cleaned out pretty quickly... I know... gross, but it helped.

              Good luck to you, I know this is not funny.

              Rick
              Male, 51 years old
              Start Date 12/30/2005
              250/189/190
              Original goal: Lose 30 lbs by Mar. 1st, 2006. I made it!!!

              Calling it GOAL at this point. I'm happy with where I am now and hope to stay there, or maybe even take it down a little more.


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              • #8
                Re: The going part is not going

                Are you taking the Flax seed oil or the actual seeds. I have always suffered from constipation and find when I take the Flax Oil 1 tbsp in the morning and 1 at night it helps keep me regular. Also I think all the veggies I am now taking in help. Are you getting enough veggies in?




                SW -175 -----------------> 4/6/09
                feeling good -165 ------------->
                going shopping -150 ---------->
                looking good - 140 ------------>
                I AM HOT - 130 --------------->

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                • #9
                  Re: The going part is not going

                  I eat 2 cups of salad a day. And then for dinner I'll either eat cooked brocolli, cauliflower or raw celery or cucumbers.
                  It seems to be getting better, I think it also may have to do with my TOM, that should be coming soon.
                  At least I was able to go today.
                  Thanks for all your help guys!
                  F/25/6'
                  Started: 8/2/2008 Stopped: 11/30/2008
                  Restarted: 1/12/2009
                  Extended Induction
                  SW:348/CW:292/GW:220
                  Start BMI:47.3/Current BMI: 39.6
                  Mini-goal 1:340 -*8/14/08*
                  Mini-goal 2:325 -*9/26/08*
                  Mini goal 3:310 -*2/26/09*
                  Mini-goal 4:295 -*5/1/09*
                  Mini-goal 5:280
                  Mini-goal 6:265
                  Mini-goal 7:250
                  Mini-goal 8:235
                  GOAL!!!:220: (We start trying for our first baby)

                  Created by MyFitnessPal.com - Free Food Diary

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                  • #10
                    Re: The going part is not going

                    avocado. tons of fibre and induction friendly.

                    but i have the opposite problem, seriously. i very rarely go, and mind u im on day 5 but i actually went today (i havent since i started till now) but believe it or not, this is an improvement! ew im so nasty lol.

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                    • #11
                      Re: The going part is not going

                      Are they ground flax seed that you are using?
                      36/f
                      Restarted Atkins August 5/08
                      SW: 213.5/CW: 188.8/GW: 150
                      Mini Goal #1: 199 (Onederland) - Goal met Sept 14/08!!!
                      Mini Goal #2: 189 - Goal Met Nov 20/08
                      Mini Goal #3: 179
                      Mini Goal #4: 169
                      Mini Goal #5: 159
                      "Final" Goal: 150 (we'll see when I get there)
                      First "during" photos to be taken at 20 pound loss!



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                      • #12
                        Re: The going part is not going

                        yes.
                        Things are better now.
                        Thanks for all of your suggestions.
                        F/25/6'
                        Started: 8/2/2008 Stopped: 11/30/2008
                        Restarted: 1/12/2009
                        Extended Induction
                        SW:348/CW:292/GW:220
                        Start BMI:47.3/Current BMI: 39.6
                        Mini-goal 1:340 -*8/14/08*
                        Mini-goal 2:325 -*9/26/08*
                        Mini goal 3:310 -*2/26/09*
                        Mini-goal 4:295 -*5/1/09*
                        Mini-goal 5:280
                        Mini-goal 6:265
                        Mini-goal 7:250
                        Mini-goal 8:235
                        GOAL!!!:220: (We start trying for our first baby)

                        Created by MyFitnessPal.com - Free Food Diary

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