Irregularity

[Drum Lady]

Hello all:

I have been on the Atkins program for three months, and I am doing very well, having lost 32 pounds. I am extremely happy with my results; I have had an hysterectomy and thought I would have to be fat for the remaining of my life. This diet is giving me back my life.

I have a big problem, however, with irregularity.

I do not tolerate fiber in capsule or in drink. It gives me flabulence and a lot of cramps.

My husband suggested I wrote to the forum to ask other members. Does anyone have a solution for my problem?

Thanks a pound :p

[beachdream]

Hi there!

Congrats on the awesome weight loss!!

Regarding irregularity, I had the same problem. Everyone that I spoke to about it would ask me how much water I was drinking. When I increased my water, it seemed to take care of the problem. I also take a stool softner everyday (which my doctor suggested anyhow). It doesn't give you all the other "side effects" as laxatives. (but I take mine at night...just in case) (eek! sorry hubby!) I am normally not a water drinker. But I have found that if I drink water with my meals I seem to get in more than the normal 8 glasses.

I hope this helps! GOOD LUCK!
:yay: