Constipation

[carpediem_cs]

I am sluggish, tired, and have chronic constipation. Is this common? What should I do?

[Elizellen]

Re: Constipation

When people start induction eating, constipation is one of the common problems.
Dr Atkins addresses this in DANDR in the Rules of Induction and suggests several alternative fibre supplements that mght help.

As for the tiredness, this usually wears off after a few days. How many carbs from veggies are you eating? You might need to add more veggies to help give you more energy.

[Emre Yigit]

Re: Constipation

I found that I needed fibre supplements until I reached the fruits rung. Fibre supplements are your friend. As for the sluggishness, that is quite common at the very start, while your body adjusts. Then, one day, it miraculously vanishes.

[ErinB]

Re: Constipation

If you are eating enough veggies, then try the fiber with plenty of water. If neither of those work, try adding magnesium oxide supplements. Increase the dose until you find the right one for you.

[Georgiana]

Re: Constipation

I am sluggish, tired, and have chronic constipation. Is this common? What should I do?

The fiber supplements recommended in Chapter 11 of DANDR are flax meal, psyllium husks and wheat bran. Make sure you drink a lot of water when taking these, or otherwise they'll make...... umm, matters.... worse.

This is the sticky thread you might want to read: http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.c...induction.html

Are you eating veggies higher in fiber or just the very low carb lettuces, radishes, etc.? Exercising and drinking water also help. Keep an eye on your cheese consumption (too much cheese can cause or aggravate constipation) and be sure to eat enough fat (has a laxative effect).

[sherrylouz]

Re: Constipation

I suggest that you have to consume more vegetable and fruits and also whole meal bread. But if necessary, you can used laxatives.

[IrishIrish]

Re: Constipation

I suggest that you have to consume more vegetable and fruits and also whole meal bread. But if necessary, you can used laxatives.

Nice try, Sherry. But Atkins 14 day induction does not allow the foods you mention.

Make sure you are getting your veggies, drink lots of water to stay hydrated and you may want to try some flax meal ... you can sprinkle that on eggs, veggies and lots of induction friendly foods.

[sherrylouz]

Re: Constipation

Nice try, Sherry. But Atkins 14 day induction does not allow the foods you mention.

Make sure you are getting your veggies, drink lots of water to stay hydrated and you may want to try some flax meal ... you can sprinkle that on eggs, veggies and lots of induction friendly foods.

Ohhhh...I didn't know that...but thank you for reminding me. ..