Day 8 of Optifast, feeling sick and exhausted.

I'm on my 8th day of Optifast and other than being hungry and craving food I've been okay. Today though I'm feeling sick. I'm much more tired than normal, I regurgitated a few times while trying to finish my shake and an hour or so after finishing I get cramps and diarrhea.

At what point do I start to worry about this? Am I having a reaction to the shakes or am I getting sick? Should I call someone at the clinic tomorrow if it keeps up?

Hi there! Sorry you aren't feeling well. I had an interesting start to Opti with adding fibre supplements. The first one I tried I was allergic but I was regular. As soon as I stopped I (TMI) got loose stool and my tummy wasn't super happy. My centre (TWH) said that was normal at the beginning. It really cleared me out and I think, after talking to them, that's just one of the things Opti does. I'd suggest a bit of Metamucil or the like to help. If you've already been having a fair amount of diarrhea than you are likely pretty cleared out. But if it persists or you're concerned definitely call your centre. Make sure you're drinking lots of fluids too so you don't get dehydrated.

I've got some benefibre, I'll try it and see if it helps. Thanks!

My pleasure! I hope it helps. As for being exhausted just make sure you get rest and stay hydrated. Especially if you're out and about between shakes.

I was getting diarrhea with Opti and added a teaspoon of Benefibre to each shake. It made me very regular.

If you are having problems beyond that, definitely call your centre. They are they to support you.

Wishing you good health.

Are you drinking lots of water as well? Almost sounds like a bit of dehydration.

Always call the Clinic with any concern, no matter how small