Embarassing Question!

I just started my pre-op diet this morning. I drank Slim-Fast and ate very little on Mon. and Tue., before my visit with Dr. Baker. Well, I have added some banana and strawberries and a little fat free yogurt to the shakes, which is something they suggested. Now, I seem to be RUNNING to the bathroom!!! Is this normal? Should I take Immodium or will that hinder my weight loss? Please help! I'm not in a position where I can be running to the bathroom! Thanks. Karen

Hi Karen, Sounds pretty normal to me....sometimes when we change things up our tummies and bowels don't like it too much.  I know Slim Fast has always had that effect on me.  I drank the Low Carb Slim Fast early after surgery for the protein and it didn't bother me, but if I drink it now it really messes up my tummy...I think its from the fat that's in it....good fats but fat nonetheless.  I don't know about the fruit and yogurt...bananas can contribute to constipation if you don't get enough fiber...trust me on that one!  I don't know about the Immodium, it may cause you to go in the other direction.  Hopefully someone else will actually be able to answer your question and know more about it than I do, but I think it's pretty normal.  Hope you're feeling better soon!