Help for Constipation

[losetocruise]

I've read a lot of posts and threads about people suffering from constipation. This has always been my only problem with the Atkins diet. I always had that problem too and very painful it can be! And that is the only time I have ever had the problem.

If you've read any of my posts you know I like tose Muffins in a minute LOL. They have completely resolved all my issues with constipation and have made it very easy for me to do this.

I was concerned when I read that on induction you can only have a couple of tablespoons of flaxmeal. So I measured a couple of tablespoons into a1/4 cup measuring cup. Actually, if you use real measuring spoons and cup, it only takes 3 tablespoons to make 1/4 cup.Personally, I think thats a small enough amount to be worth not suffering from constipation. If you feel you should only have two tablespoons, I don't see why you can't reduce the recipe to that, it would just be a little eggy.

Also lots and lots of water with or without flaxmeal will help. I drink a lot of water, but every once in a while I am not thirsty and just forget. And I can tell when that happens!

[jende]

I drink a lot of water but it's not working overly well for me. I don't know why. It's day 13 and still have a lot of rumblings in the tummy too.

[losetocruise]

Well hang in there. Everyone adjusts at a different rate!

[SwissMiss]

I recently read that Psyllium seeds have way less carbs than flax seeds. I recently started using Psyllium seeds - they work slower than flax, but they work.

[losetocruise]

Salima,
I don't know which is lower. I know that almost all of the flaxmeal carbs are fiber and I imagine the same is true with Psyllium. I did find some good information on both and they both sound like excellent products!

FLAX SEED

Acts as a broom sweeping the colon of toxic material, metabolic waste, and dried mucus; is excellent food for "friendly bacteria" in the intestine; contains lignans that have anti-viral, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-cancer properties; contains lecithin which breaks up fats and cholesterol; contains mucilage which aids digestion by increasing bulk and preventing constipation; reduces the risk of colon cancer; helps stabilize blood glucose levels; fights tumor formation; enhances cardio-vascular health; acts as a buffer for excess stomach acid. See References.

PSYLLIUM SEEDS

Contains mucilage that lubricates and cleanses the areas through which it passes; cleanses the large intestines and expels toxins; supplies pure bulk fiber that promotes normal bowel function; promotes a healthy colon; used to treat irritable bowel syndrome; reduces cholesterol and blood sugar levels; used to treat hemorrhoids and yeast infections. See References.

[not2late]

100% psyllium husks have about 0.05 net carbs per tablespoon. Psyllium was Dr. Atkins preferred fiber supplement according to the book.

[joee5]

I havent had any problems as of yet, but this is good to know for future reference. Thanks for sharing. Good luck. God Bless, Joe