Kami172000 16 Posted February 11, 2013 It is becoming my best friend. Lately I can not go to the bathroom! I don't want to be dependent on these so I try for 2 days but I have a very hard time eating fruits due to the band, not because I don't love them. starting weight 287.6 current weight 234.8 1 Danna W reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kah1213 311 Posted February 11, 2013 i eat the Fiber gummies and they keep me pretty regular Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
honk 780 Posted February 11, 2013 Try flavorless fiber powder. Also I take vitafusion fiber gummies go everyday. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kami172000 16 Posted February 11, 2013 Thank you. Although I feel like the laxatives help clean me out? But I'm not so sure they are good to take with the Lapland starting weight 287.6 current weight 234.8 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sharpie 3,306 Posted February 11, 2013 My Dr. suggests milk of mag .. I used that post op and it really relieved my constipation without being too strong.. other laxatives can be too strong... for the lapband I think.. you should probably ask your Dr. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
this sucks 557 Posted February 11, 2013 Try adding some fiber to your diet. My dietitian recommends adding ground flax seed to my Protein Shakes. It works and the shake keeps me full for longer too. 1 Spaness2012 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ladylaine 5 Posted February 11, 2013 I had that problem I just started takin magnesium pills and I drunk soy milk I stop drinking 1 percent milk and since I change the milk and take the pill I go every other day. It's the Protein will keep u constipated Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
this sucks 557 Posted February 11, 2013 The biggest problem with taking laxatives all the time is that your body starts to rely on them. They may "clean you out", but you need to find ways to do it naturally. Also, make sure you are drinking enough water! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kami172000 16 Posted February 11, 2013 The biggest problem with taking laxatives all the time is that your body starts to rely on them. They may "clean you out"' date=' but you need to find ways to do it naturally.Also, make sure you are drinking enough water![/quote'] Ok thanks that's what I wasn't sure about if its even healthy to take them! I try drinking lots of Water but my life gets so hectic I don't get what I should in :/ starting weight 287.6 current weight 234.8 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
laurigee 545 Posted February 11, 2013 Your body can become dependent on laxatives! Not a good thing! There is nothing you can harm regarding the lap-band and laxatives, its just not good for your body! Definitely increase your fiber! Constipation and being irregular can cause divroticulosos. I found that out during my latest colonoscopy! It pushes out on the colon and causes pockets. EWWWWW......that sounds like to much information doesn't it...lol 1 ladylaine reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LadyMaggie 145 Posted February 11, 2013 Well, my doctor says laxatives are a BIG no-no; I use the fiber gummies (2 per day) and take a stool softener (Colace) every other day. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
I love lucy lover 61 Posted February 11, 2013 I love Miralax, it was recommened by my dr. Its a power that you can mix with either hot or cold drinks.< /p> 1 this sucks reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hdollman 70 Posted February 12, 2013 Try drinking hot lemon Water, it helps me. Take half a lemon to a mug of hot water, as if u were drinking a tea. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vsoriano78 29 Posted February 12, 2013 I'm the same way I can't go to the restroom so the only thing that help me is coffee I'm the morning I just need a small cup and I'm good u should try it I drink it a least every other day cuz I can go about 2or 3 times a day Sent from my iPhone using LapBandTalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ireallywannabthin 286 Posted February 12, 2013 I agree with the above posts... don't become dependent upon those. You may be having even more of a difficult time now simply because your body expects the laxative to do it's job for it. My doctor recommends milk of mag. also if you're having trouble having a bowel movement. Also, just like many have said, take a fiber supplement. Another thing is, are you staying hydrated and drinking enough? I've noticed in the past, pre band, that if I don't drink enough I have a very difficult time having a bowel movement. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites