Question:
can we have grapenuts?

Ok I am almost 2 weeks post op and am so constipated and feeling crappy... My dh just went and got me a suppositorie sp? Anyways has anyone tried grapenuts if I heat them in the microwave they are really soft.. Does anyone eat these.. Please Advise... Thank You    — hillafb U. (posted on May 18, 2003)

May 18, 2003
I don't remember who it is, but one of the women here says her doc recommends grape nuts soaked in grape juice for constipation. I haven't tried it, but it might work for you.
   — Toni C.

May 18, 2003
some people also eat a tsp or two of grapenuts mixed into their daily yogurt. I like to just have them once in a while - hot or cold. Doesn't matter. But I limit them because I limit carbs. Personal preference. To get my system kicked in when it doesn't want to go, I drink a bit of prune juice, eat some raisins, or have a salad lunch and dinner. The salad is my favorite for a laxative. Ah the joys of fiber :>)
   — [Deactivated Member]

May 18, 2003
I don't think Grapenuts in milk heated would hurt. You might want to try All Bran and let that get mushy for even more fiber. One thing that always gets me moving is any artificially sweetened candy that contains any of the -atols. (sugar alcohol)
   — koogy

May 19, 2003
I have found that the best cereal with tons of fiber is the Lean Kashi Go Crunch. It is out of this world and has tons of fiber which will help with your bathroom problems. But always ask your doc first. Good Luck to you.
   — Regina C.

May 19, 2003
My surgeon has me eat GrapeNuts every day but I'm 18 months post-op and didn't start them til I was about 8 months out. Don't eat anything that high in fiber without checking with your surgeon. There are some prescription medications he can give you that might be better for your new pouch than cereal. My surgeon gave me MiraLax - it's not a laxative but works really well and is easy on the tummy.
   — Patty_Butler