I am unfortunately in a situation where I keep getting constipated... Has this happened to anyone? This isn't your run of the mill constipation I had to buy an enema tonight. I saw a nutritionist a couple of weeks ago and she said I wasn't getting enough carbs for things to pass ok I thought I had rectified that

Doesn't how you eliminate affect your weight loss?

I am seeing my bariatric dr tomorrow..

Anyone have advice on how to get things moving in a lapband friendly way?

Thanks, Mary

Can you try a stool softener or some milk of magnesia? Also there is this tea called smooth move that really does the trick!

Kah: I forgot to say I am already taking 300 mg of Colace a day.. I used to take metamucil I have irritable bowel syndrome but this is totally outta whack!

This is a common problem...I have used fiber additives, which have helped. It just depends on where your fill is...talk to your doctor. Also, drink TONS of water. I know you are probably already doing this, but drinking water helps a lot. (It's good to prevent wrinkles too...side benefit!)

Hmm I'm surprised the colace isnt helping. Maybe call your doc in the morning?

H2o.

I have IBS too...it's complicated...try to be patient with your body. It's working very hard to adjust to all the changes...

I've always had issues with my digestive track and Colace made things worse. I had this under control with Metamucil before the band, but, my band doc recommended that I stop the metamucil after being banded. Reason for not using metacucil is because the psyllium expands in the pouch. I found a product that my band doctor approved and has been working for me. The product is called Nopalina and has several types of fiber that will does not swell and has been working well for me. In addition I recently started using a probiotic that has also helped with gas build up. That probiotic is Ultimate Flora brand. I tried several probiotics before but am lactose intolerant and was miserable. Both these products are sold at Walgreens. You might ask your doc about these. Google these and show the ingredients to your doc.

Have you tried pure protein bars? Chia seeds or why diet fruit and vegi mix? They have all helped me.

I have IBS, and I battle with constipation. I supplement once or twice a day with this stuff. It doesn't cause gas, and it's basically benefibre, but cheaper.

http://www.helpforibs.com/shop/suplmts/acacia.asp

Your nutritionist is absolutely correct. You have to assure that you are taking in an appropriate amount of fruits and vegetables. I have had multiple spinal surgeries and the medication that I take comes with the constipation side effect. Without a stool softener each night with my normal meds and taking in fruits and vegetables, I too would probably be where you are. Hope it gets better soon and good luck with your appt.

I have found that a combination of benefiber 1 time a day, drinking 80 oz of Water every day, and an occasional stool softener have helped me the most. My surgeon advises to use an enema, but I would rather have teeth extracted than use an enema! ...

I try to choose my carb servings to have as much Fiber in them as possible; and I still miss the salads I used to have...

Hope you feel better fast!

I have used Benefiber for awhile but can no longer find it. Has it been taken off the market?

Constipation is a big problem at times for me too. I find that making sure I get at least 1 fruit and 1 serving of veggies minimum every day helps. I also have 2 tablespoons of baby food prunes every night and that keeps things going. Don't forget to drink lots of water - I get in about 3 quarts EVERY day, if not more. And get moving! Exercise helps! Also, take a look at what you ARE eating.... many of the band-friendly foods can constipate.

The only thing that has helped me is taking a magnesium suppliment each day. Benifiber didn't work for me.

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For all of you with IBS and lactose intolerance there is a pill called align you take it once a day and in a couple of weeks yor symptoms should be better. My husband as taken it for awhile now and he's like a new man.