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Help with constipation

Debmcgee

Debmcgee

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Type of diabetes
Prediabetes
Treatment type
Diet only
Ok I need some special help! Since reducing my carbs I seem to be a bit congested! Have you guys got any tips to get things moving again?

I think it's skewing my weightloss!

Thank you x


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Diagnosed prediabetic Easter 2014. Just left to get on with it, no guidance or help from GP. Every day I'm learning something new.
 
Try ground flaxseed/linseed. Only 1.7g carbs per 100g.
 
Probably could drink more water yes!!!

Linseed it is then! I'll go get some now

Thanks


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Diagnosed prediabetic Easter 2014. Just left to get on with it, no guidance or help from GP. Every day I'm learning something new.
 
Whole linseed or psyllium seeds in water leave for an hour might help. Magnesium-oxide 400-500 mg can also be a help
 
Plenty of strong green leafy veg like spinach and kale for the fibre and berry fruits should also help
 
Stewed rhubarb keeps me on track.



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Yes agree with modesty. Do increase your water intake especially if you are taking fibre.
 
Thanks!

I've had so much water today and added linseed to everything!

I hate rhubarb so won't be trying that not matter how clogged I get!!!!


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Diagnosed prediabetic Easter 2014. Just left to get on with it, no guidance or help from GP. Every day I'm learning something new.
 
Magnesium and Vitamin C. Also cashews work like a charm for me (they are quite high in resistant starch).

I always found insoluble fibre made constipation worse for me, not better. Now I'm eating LCHF, I don't have problems. Increasing the amount of fat/oil can help but making sure you're well hydrated is very important.

Dr Briffa believes fibre has been highly overrated in keeping people regular:
http://www.drbriffa.com/2013/03/05/...re-for-constipation-and-other-bowel-symptoms/
 
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