Question:
I have to drink fiber drinks twice daily, one in am & again in pm to stay regular.

I have irritable bowel syndrome and was wondering if anyone post-op has had any this problem? Are you able to drink fiber drinks if they are sugar free?    — Linda G. (posted on July 23, 2002)

July 23, 2002
I have had problems with constipation every since surgery...my doctor told me to take two peri colace(very small and easy to swallow) every morning and it works wonders for me. There is no way i could drink those fibers lol
   — Glenda G.

July 23, 2002
I dont have irritable bowell but eat fruit daily to keep things moving... Works great and Yummy too. I love grapes.
   — bob-haller

July 23, 2002
I take Benefiber ( a fiber powder from the makers of ex-lax) each day to keep me regular. It's flavor-free, sugar-free, & best of all grit-free!!! It disolves completely in beverages and soft foods...I'd never even know it was there if I wasn't having the results!! :)
   — Amy A.

July 24, 2002
I started eating 1/4 cup raisins every day and I have been "regular" since. My daughter's Dr. had recommened them for her to stay regular so I thought I woul give them a try. You could also try prunes. You can buy them with orange or lemon essence and they really aren't bad!
   — dianehanson

July 24, 2002
Linda, popcorn works for me. Eat a cup a day and believe me, you will be regular!
   — Cindy R.