constipation

[Debby 0]

Is anyone else constipated? Three weeks post op and taking metamucil and softeners by the buckets, but down 30 pounds... any suggestions?

[Debbydo 0]

I found phillip chew chocolate thing a ma jigs. Tonight was my frist really BM iin a week. What's up with that? Good luck and if you find a majic remenedy please share.

[paula 4]

Hi Debby!

Since we are having a big reduction of food intake - our output should be reduced as well. So your body just may not have enough inside to produce something!

This thread should help you...

http://lapbandtalk.com/showthread.php?t=5215

[New Hope 37]

It definitely changes, doesn't it? Have you tried Benefiber powder? It's tasteless and can be added to anything. Metamucil powder "gels" and that could cause you some extra problems. Also snacking on dry frosted shredded wheat seems to help me. Hint, just don't drink a lot of Water right afterwards or that Cereal swells. And of course, drink lots and lots of water, but not with meals.