I've just started the LCHF Diet (4 days in) and now I'm getting constipation. Is this a normal thing to happen when you start it or am i missing something from this diet? I'm drinking water, stopped all fizzy/carbonated drinks/ fruit juices eating plenty of meat and things like broccoli ect.
I changed to S/R Glaucophage because of upset stomachs. This is food related I think. Going back 18 months since I changed meds thoughAfter the side effects of Metformin had gone I had this problem a few months in. I now add Psyllium husk to my breakfast and ground Flax seed to my other food. I also make sure to drink way more than I used to.
I changed to S/R Glaucophage because of upset stomachs. This is food related I think. Going back 18 months since I changed meds though
I eat 2 solid meals a day plus a little snack around 9pm.Are you just going less (less cr*p in , less cr*p out) or are you actually having trouble going?
You have made a huge change in what you are eating.. your body may need a bit of time to acclimatise..
If you are really having trouble get some magnesium citrate and dissolve a teaspoonful in some hot water.
You probably won't have much trouble after that.. but if you sleep in the raw wear your pants to bed just in case.
I never really gave water a look before the doctor told me she was considering sending me for insulin appointments if I didn't improve my diet. So I made the basic of changes 1st that being water, cut out fizzy drinks and fruit juice, drink black coffee by the gallon. Then gradually the food and now my stomach is in shockOh I agree, low carbohydrate diet is definitely the cause of my constipation, I meant that for the first few weeks after diagnosis and starting Metformin, the Metformin did the opposite!
If I miss the Flax or don’t keep my drinking up, it returns.
Literally just putting a handful in your mouth and hey presto I hope!Many people report constipation soon after going low carb. It is easily solved by eating seeds - chia seeds and milled flaxseeds are wonderful. So good that you have to be careful not to have too much! I just use flaxseeds, sprinkled on at least one meal a day. I put it on salads, tomatoes, salmon, eggs etc and it can also go in stews and soups. The protein rolls (Lidl ones) will also help as they are full of fibre.
Literally just putting a handful in your mouth and hey presto I hope!
I thought yoghurt was a no no among diabetics along with cerealOh yuk, I doubt I could do that! Seeds mix in well with yogurts and any food that isn't dry.
I thought yoghurt was a no no among diabetics along with cereal
Can you recommend Any? Seems like a different option for meFull fat plain yogurts and Greek yogurts are low enough in carbs to be fine for us. It is the flavoured ones, the fake ones, and the low fat varieties that are higher carb. The nutrition label on the tub will tell you.
Can you recommend Any? Seems like a different option for me
This is my trouble I understand the labelling part of foods but exactly what bits I need to take note of from these confuse mePersonally I love the Fage Total (not the low fat ones). I mix in some flaxseed and half a dozen raspberries, which makes a decent dessert. I can't eat any carbs in the mornings.
Its pretty easy.. Look at total carbs per 100g try to get only stuff with less than 5g per 100g and you won't go far wrong.This is my trouble I understand the labelling part of foods but exactly what bits I need to take note of from these confuse me
Tesco for me. Would this rule apply to all other foods also?Its pretty easy.. Look at total carbs per 100g try to get only stuff with less than 5g per 100g and you won't go far wrong.
Once you have found those items then carry on buying them.
Full fat greek yoghurts are usually the lowest in carbs but they can vary between brands.
Where do you usually shop? In Waitrose I found this to be the lowest.
https://www.waitrose.com/ecom/products/waitrose-1-greek-natural-strained-yogurt/474748-289308-289309
3.7g of carbs per 100g
It is for me apart from the necessary exception of Oppo Ice Cream which is my extra special treat (and 8g per 100g). But some may think me a bit extreme (then again it's my health and future wellbeing).Tesco for me. Would this rule apply to all other foods also?
Tesco for me. Would this rule apply to all other foods also?
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