sensitive subject-dreaded constipation

Hello all, Does anyone have any advice to deal with constipation, all help is appreciated..

Haven't really had a problem with this, but just wanted you to know that I saw your plea and wanted to give you a hug. Soon, the others on the board will pop in with some great advice to help you out. Hugs, Tammy

I want to thank you for your your kind words and help. Everyone on this message board's been so helpful. I try to read messages daily, I have learned so much from everyone. From a newbee many thanks.

Lucretia, You need lots of fiber. Pre-surgery I had IBS. Now I am very regular and I contribute this to the amount of fiber in my diet. I eat flaxseed cereal every day. Loads of protein and fiber. I also try to eat some fruit as one of my snacks. A piece of pineapple or some watermelon. Good luck. ((HUGS)) Elissa

Elissa, What brand of flax cereal are you using and where are you getting it? I have been looking into adding it to my diet as well. Linda

Hi Linda, Flax seed cereal I get at Carb Buster's.Trader Joes also has it. I only eat 1/2 cup with a tiny pat of butter, splenda and skim milk. It is over 15 grams of protein. MMMMM. Tastes like Chicken. Actually it kinda tastes like finely ground up oatmeal. 1 has chopped up pecans and my favorite has strawberry's (dried) in it. Does the trick for me. OBTW I got the Scrupples for your hair. Let me know where we can meet? Elissa

Hi Elissa, Thanks for getting the Scrupples, much appreciated. I am hoping to be up that way on Friday, my mom and I were maybe gonna ride up and see her sister. I'd be stopping at Trader Joe's for sure if I do. If you will be home in the morning maybe we could meet over there? I'm thinking if I get up there it will be around 10 AM. I have to see what my schdule is as far as driving my oldest to work etc. Linda

Hi Lucretia, I was having some constipation, but I find that when I eat oatmeal, Chili w/beans and other foods with high fiber it seems to do the trick. Hope this helps. Patti C

Hi L, I've had this problem since day one (surgery day!), I'm just now weaning off the Colace (I'm 4.5 mo out). I took two colace day (doctor's orders) but bought the Target brand, cheaper! Also, lots of fluids help as does the fiber. I think I'm getting better because of the addition of the fiber. I never had this problem preop, but hopefully it will get better for you soon. I'm not totally back to normal but it's much better. Good luck T

same problem here. my doctor told me to take 2 stool softners. this really helps and i don't get stomach cramps. colace is my friend! lol