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JenG
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Jen
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Constipation
what do you take? i have upped my fiber and especially veggies. i have tried 1 dulcolax (box said to take 2 but i was going out the next day) and also tried milk of magnesia. might go buy some fiber capsules tomorrow.
anyone have a stick of dynamite??
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Posted 3/4/08 10:10 PM  |
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Holly
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Holly
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Re: Constipation
Have you tried Miralax? Its a miracle! You can add it (its a powder) to juices, or water & it is pretty mild...it makes you go, but not like "explosive"
You can get Miralax over the counter now.
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| Posted 3/4/08 11:00 PM |
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Matteos-mommy
Can't believe I'm 2
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L.
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Re: Constipation
I know a family who had to give malt soup to their daughter, but I think adults can use it too.
Link
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| Posted 3/4/08 11:03 PM |
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Holly
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Holly
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Re: Constipation
Milk of Magnesia was a NIGHTMARE for me..it worked but I was VERY uncomfortable & in A LOT of pain from it--plus my doctor told me that it was not the best treatment too1 A lot of people I talk to also take a stool softener once a day...Colace....its very helpful & will at least help it to be "softer" so you can pass it easier.
I know the pain *****---been there!
Feel better!!
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| Posted 3/4/08 11:04 PM |
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Kara
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They call me "Tater Salad"
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Re: Constipation
How much water are you drinking? How many grams of fiber are you getting in a day? You may have upped your fiber intake, but it still may not be enough. (Whole grains are an excellent source of fiber, often having more than many vegetables. Beans are also a great source of fiber.) Are you tracking how much fiber you're getting in a day?
Even if you are getting enough fiber, if you're not taking in enough water, the fiber won't be effective.
I haven't tried any of the supplements, so I have no recommendations there - sorry! I do know that it was difficult for me to get enough fiber until I really started tracking it. I thought I was getting enough by eating so many veggies, but I really wasn't.
HTH. Good luck.
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| Posted 3/5/08 9:05 AM |
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RadioLau
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Laura
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Re: Constipation
Lots of fiber and I eat prunes everyday. I love them which is sometimes a problem because my tummy will hurt if I eat too many. 4-5 is good.
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| Posted 3/5/08 11:56 AM |
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JenG
Love my little boy!
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Jen
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Re: Constipation
thanks for all the reccomendations ladies, i gonna try some of the things suggested 
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| Posted 3/5/08 6:33 PM |
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azoodie
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Team SEXY BACK
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Re: Constipation
Posted by Holly
Have you tried Miralax? Its a miracle! You can add it (its a powder) to juices, or water & it is pretty mild...it makes you go, but not like "explosive"
You can get Miralax over the counter now.
Oh my gosh I have had this problem for YEARS. It's awful 
I ditto this - my friend suggested it and it's true it's very mild and has no taste.
Hope you feel better
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| Posted 3/6/08 8:26 AM |
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Blu-ize
Plan B is Now Plan A
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Susan
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Re: Constipation
Senakot..very mild and does the trick.
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| Posted 3/6/08 10:34 AM |
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chelle
It's a Good Life
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Isn't it obvious?
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Re: Constipation
OK, if you REALLY want ot flush yourself out and UN-constipate yourself...get yourself some epsom salt (it's a laxative) On the box it has directions, I think it's like a teaspoon in 8 oz of water. Drink it (it tastes HORRID!!!  ) but within about 1-2 hrs, you will be on the bowl and it will ALL come out.
I had to do this a few times when I was backed up pretty bad and it works EVERY time. Just make sure you've got no where to go that day 
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| Posted 3/8/08 8:32 AM |
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MissJones
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Re: Constipation
Three words: coffee and chocolate! together.
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| Posted 3/8/08 9:32 AM |
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JenG
Love my little boy!
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Jen
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Re: Constipation
check my post that says
Enemas are evil
Message edited 3/8/2008 6:21:52 PM.
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| Posted 3/8/08 6:21 PM |
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MrsFlatbread
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Baby Momma
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Re: Constipation
Metamucil fiber cookies!!! they taste like a treat but also unclog you!!!
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| Posted 3/8/08 7:36 PM |
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LIgrlatheart
LIF Adolescent
Member since 7/06 638 total posts
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christi
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Re: Constipation
hahah i did the fleet phosphosoda yetserday ... it wasnt' that bad... BUT then my power went out for 3 hours.. imagine being in the dark after drinking taht stuff...
hahah i give you credit for taking the enema i coudlnt do it
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| Posted 3/9/08 4:22 PM |
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lorich
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Grammie says "Lora Gina"
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Re: Constipation
Posted by Holly
Have you tried Miralax? Its a miracle! You can add it (its a powder) to juices, or water & it is pretty mild...it makes you go, but not like "explosive"
You can get Miralax over the counter now.
This stuff is great. A friend recommended it to me. It's so gentle. Also, check out their website...I believe they have a coupon on there for $5 off or something.
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| Posted 3/10/08 7:34 PM |
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