Can I..

[Sirine]

Drink that dieters' (sp) tea to help me go to the washroom? What do I have to look out for? Any info would help

Thanks

[not2late]

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Many of these herbal teas contain herbs that are stimulants or have some other activity. So, to be safe, write down the herbs listed in the tea and do an Internet search on them. Pay attention not only to their benefits but potential side effects, as herbal medicine is still medicine.

[Sirine]

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Thanks megs....Do you think these herbs will stall me during induction? If so, is there anything else I can take?

[Hoping]

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If you haven't gone potty in a while then you probably need to up your fiber. Jicama is great for that, or celery. There are also fiber supplements that you can take on a daily basis.
I don't know anything about teas, so I can't help you there. Sorry! But maybe someone else on the board knows

[Einy]

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Yes.. They absolutely can.. some of these even have fruit extracts, which is illegal for induction. Just do as not2late said.. Play it safe and make sure to check the ingredients. You can always use the USDA NUTRIENT DATA Calculator.. http://www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/foodcomp/search/index.html if you need to make sure, but most likely you will find all the details written already on the package itself.

[Einy]

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btw, check this thread for high fiber veggies..

http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.c...ad.php?t=51980

[Sirine]

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Thanks a lot...Great info!!!