Question:
How much fiber should one have in their daily diet? What kinds of food

are high in fiber? I am 14 months post op and I have been so consumed with getting enough protein, that I havent gotten enough of anything else..so after horrible bouts of constipation, I finally have figured out why..any suggestion would be greatly appreciated..also how can I jumpstart this weight loss again? I still have 50lbs to lose and I keep reading that after 15 months its almost impossible..is this true?? Thanks so much    — tylerswife (posted on March 25, 2003)

March 25, 2003
Hi Rebecca, I have had constipation problems as well. My gastroenterologist suggested taking Citracel clear (tastes better) or benefiber. Also, I have been eating a cereal called KASHI GO LEAN. It comes in a few different varieties- but they are all high fiber (about 7 grams) and actually have protein as well. I'm not sure about the recommended daily amount, though, sorry! <p>Also, I have heard of many people jumpstarting their weight loss by two different things. First, try increasing your protein and exercising one more day a week. Or even changing up your routine- sometimes our bodies get used to things and need change, so that can help weight loss. Second, go on a liquid diet for 2 weeks, the same kind we had to do early post-op. I've heard some success stories with that. I heard our window of opportunity is 18 months, so according to that you still have a few months to go. Even if that passes, it isn't impossible to lose after that. Goodluck to you!
   — Lezlie Y.