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Ugh..... I really need to do something with my digestive health. I only go to the bathroom about every 4 - 5 days. I don't really feel all that constipated, I'm not uncomfortable really, but I just don't go to the bathroom. Who else has this problem and what do you do?:blink:

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I finally got benefiber off brand. I take 2 tbsp in my diet hot chocolate each morning. I FEEL so much better being regular again. I too was every 4 days or so. When I'd go I'd lose a lb!! LOL!

I just started it last week and I already notice the difference.

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I see they make a benefiber drink mix (like crystal light singles) anyone ever try those?

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Benefiber is tasteless, odorless and gritless. You can add it to anything and not notice it at all.

I haven't tried the drink mix but I would go with the flavorless one in case you dont like the flavored drink mix.

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How funny we all are having this problem right now. I have posted this recently too. Most of the things I have read on here are good suggestions. Yesterday out of me being desperate I tried 2 tbsp. of epsons salts. did nothing but make me poot. (LOL). Took 2 stool softeners last night. This am with coffee in me; NOTHING. I broke down and just back from the store. I went and bought milk of magnesia (store brand 3 dollars cheaper). I just took a big dose and I also bought the benefiber tasteless stuff. I just put 2 tsp. in my coffee. If I do not go with this I guess I will go get an enema. LOL. Good luck.

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I have started adding powder (odorless, flavorless) Fiber to my Protein shakes. I am still in the liquids phase though, only 7 days post op. I am planning to continue having most of my breakfast's as Protein Shakes though since I love the taste and they are a quick fix in the morning. I was only going #2 every 4-5 days since I started my liquid diet but used to go every day before and was proud of that fact about myself. Lord knows I don't want to get constipated! UGH...Like the one person said, I don't want to gain poop weight! LOL :) Anyway, since adding the Fiber powder to my shakes I have started going every other day which is way better! You could add it to yogurt, pudding, oatmeal, just about anything. When I get to move on the "real food" I was thinking I'd add it to my chili and even gravy or some sauces whenever I have them. I really can't even tell it's in there except what happens on the "other end"

Good luck to you as taking care of your colon is so very important!

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I have been using the FiberChoice gummies. They are really good and taste great too. I also have to take 4 stool softeners each day plus Miralax every other day. It seems like alot but it works for me so its okay. Every once in awhile I do have to take Milk of Mag too but not too often thank goodness! I hate that stuff. I think each of us has to find what works for them. Good luck!

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