Question on Diarrhea

[Petey]

I'm on my third week of induction and have been having diarrhea. First two weeks i was somewhat constipated. Now its the opposite.having about two movements per day which are diarrhea. Is this normal?

[kebaldwin]

If you are constipated - take magnesium.

Regarding the Diarrhea - most likely a virus.

[emily30]

Have you added anything new to your diet over the last few days; veggies with a high fiber count ie. spinach, broccoli? Have you been ingesting more fat than usual; for some people, high fat goes right through them. I would suggest you ride it out and if the diarrhea persists, make some alterations to your diet or seek medical attention if a virus is suspected. If the diarrhea is bothersome, you could try Imodium, but then you'll be back to a constipated state. Be sure to get lots of water; you don't want to get dehydrated.

Hope this helps.

[cab54]

LC-ing always gives me diarrhea. I take fiber tablets. Now, before you call me crazy--fiber works by providing BULK. Bulk makes you 'go' if you can't go, -----AND bulks the stool so that it has substance and is no longer watery, stopping diarrhea. It can work both ways. Works for me.

A lot of doctors prescribe Metamucil or Citrucel for chronic diarrhea, since it bulks the stool. Since these have some carbs, the caplets (pills) might help.

[Nancy LC]

I'd suggest it is something you're eating or some supplement you're taking. Are you eating any low-carb products like bread, bars, that sort of thing? Is there anything you didn't eat before you started the diet?