Need more fiber

nat's_back · December 26, 2004

Help. I am in the mushy phase and I need more Fiber in my diet. Can I use beneful or fibercon chewable type fiber tablets? I also have been having trouble getting all eight glasses of Water a day (yes, I know this would help). Any ideas on fiber rich food that I can have?

La_madam · December 26, 2004

Creamed Spinach, hummus, refried Beans all worked well for me

HarleyNana · December 26, 2004

Refried Beans have been my best friend this last week, but all I get is gas. The guy at TacoBell thinks I'm addicted to those things, I expect him to say, "you again", anyday. Humm creamed spinach, I've got some creamed spinach and artichoke dip, yum.

New Hope · December 26, 2004

Yes, benefiber is good. It dissolves, easily digested. Have you tried prune juice or warm apple juice? A little does the trick. Once you get to regular foods, you can add prunes (different flavors), snack on some dry frosted mini wheats Cereal pieces.

leatha_g · January 1, 2005

Well. I guess it's official. I am getting old. I now qualify for the 'Silvercare' Life Insurance plan and I have broken down and bought Prunes snack packs for regularity. Bring on the walking cane!!

paula · January 1, 2005

LMAO... Leatha, dont worry, I dont think that its an age issue - I think its more of a woman issue! Seems like after childbirth and/or turning 30, that department never work right again.

Ever notice that men seldom have this problem???

New Hope · January 1, 2005

It gets better, Leatha! You still have hearing aids and teeth in a jar to look forward to. Then there's hip and knee replacements. But you'll eventually get that AARP discount at Dennys! LOL

Iluvharleys · January 1, 2005

Oh my! What a picture I am painting! lol

leatha_g · January 1, 2005

- I think its more of a woman issue! Seems like after childbirth and/or turning 30, that department never work right again.
Ever notice that men seldom have this problem???

Yes. can we say 'rectocele'? I think there is another surgery on my horizon. In the meantime, maybe I can hold it off awhile with my friends the prunes and mini wheat cereal. Ugh...