Laxatives? Cheese? Tofu?

dannalee · 11-11-2006, 11:11 PM

Hi, I'm new, so you'll probably see a lot more questions from where these came from...

I'm currently on Day 4 of induction, and I've lost about 4-5 pounds-ish...I think it's mostly water weight, but anyway, what I'm really concerned with right now is how I, er, haven't passed anything yet. I've been peeing practically every half hour, but no Number 2's so far. I hate the idea of this, especially as someone who would have a bowel movement once a day (ick, sorry for the gory details!). Is this normal? When can I experience normal bowel movements again, and is there a laxative or fiber supplement I could take in the meantime to put my mind at rest?

Also, I've been eating a ton of cheese, and moderate amounts of tofu. Is this alright to do during Induction?

Thanks, everyone

melo42 · 11-12-2006, 12:00 PM

HI, It is not good Not to go to the bathroom in 4 days.I use a laxative if I need to.I would cut out the cheese untill I had a bowel movement.Then I would cut down on it. I would try not to eat over 4 ozs. a day.I can`t help with the tofu.I have never ate any. Is it good?I hope this helps some.

lenz4455 · 11-12-2006, 12:02 PM

I have found that a tablespoon of mineral oil helps with a day and a half. Also eat dark greens, they seem to do the trick also.

mirchi · 11-12-2006, 12:40 PM

Dannalee, I urge you to read the book again. Cheese can only be consumed in limited quantities (NOT a ton). Cheese is a known constipator, and it stalls many people. If you are doing Induction, cut back on the cheese.

Many people experience some bowel troubles early on. Eat more green veggies, drink water, and add flaxmeal/psyllium husks if possible to your diet. Thsi should get you moving...

-mirchi

budilove · 11-12-2006, 03:29 PM

I do tofu...remember to count the carbs...my brand has 1gr carb...carbs is what you need to be carefull about during induction...agree with the rest..though for me i'd rather have natural lax = vegies and flaxseed...ground flaxseed i.e

SuSUN · 11-12-2006, 05:07 PM

I have found broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower good carbs to help with the bathroom problem, also taking vit C 500mg, it is a stool softener, also magnesium 200mg helps, then there are psyllium husks, really light tasteless from the natural food store or bulk foods, really cheap too. Sprinkle on anything, every meal till you get a result, you dont need a huge amount.
Do try to keep the cheese to a minimum till you get a result.

Good Luck,

11-11-2006, 11:11 PM	#1
dannalee Junior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 1 Gallery: dannalee	Laxatives? Cheese? Tofu? Hi, I'm new, so you'll probably see a lot more questions from where these came from... I'm currently on Day 4 of induction, and I've lost about 4-5 pounds-ish...I think it's mostly water weight, but anyway, what I'm really concerned with right now is how I, er, haven't passed anything yet. I've been peeing practically every half hour, but no Number 2's so far. I hate the idea of this, especially as someone who would have a bowel movement once a day (ick, sorry for the gory details!). Is this normal? When can I experience normal bowel movements again, and is there a laxative or fiber supplement I could take in the meantime to put my mind at rest? Also, I've been eating a ton of cheese, and moderate amounts of tofu. Is this alright to do during Induction? Thanks, everyone

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11-12-2006, 12:00 PM	#2
melo42 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Tennessee Posts: 791 Gallery: melo42 WOE: Atkins Start Date: Restart:07/02/07	HI, It is not good Not to go to the bathroom in 4 days.I use a laxative if I need to.I would cut out the cheese untill I had a bowel movement.Then I would cut down on it. I would try not to eat over 4 ozs. a day.I can`t help with the tofu.I have never ate any. Is it good?I hope this helps some.

11-12-2006, 12:02 PM	#3
lenz4455 Junior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Iowa Posts: 12 Gallery: lenz4455 Stats: 200/180/173/165/160/158 WOE: Atkins Start Date: October 10, 2006	I have found that a tablespoon of mineral oil helps with a day and a half. Also eat dark greens, they seem to do the trick also.

11-12-2006, 12:40 PM	#4
mirchi Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 80 Gallery: mirchi	Dannalee, I urge you to read the book again. Cheese can only be consumed in limited quantities (NOT a ton). Cheese is a known constipator, and it stalls many people. If you are doing Induction, cut back on the cheese. Many people experience some bowel troubles early on. Eat more green veggies, drink water, and add flaxmeal/psyllium husks if possible to your diet. Thsi should get you moving... -mirchi

11-12-2006, 03:29 PM	#5
budilove Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: WI Posts: 231 Gallery: budilove Stats: highest 180 lowest 113 current 139 goal 110 WOE: Low carb....no processed foods.....lots of water Start Date: 2005	I do tofu...remember to count the carbs...my brand has 1gr carb...carbs is what you need to be carefull about during induction...agree with the rest..though for me i'd rather have natural lax = vegies and flaxseed...ground flaxseed i.e

11-12-2006, 05:07 PM	#6
SuSUN Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 7,460 Blog Entries: 1 Gallery: SuSUN Stats: 152/127 Start Date: LC since 02/2002	I have found broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower good carbs to help with the bathroom problem, also taking vit C 500mg, it is a stool softener, also magnesium 200mg helps, then there are psyllium husks, really light tasteless from the natural food store or bulk foods, really cheap too. Sprinkle on anything, every meal till you get a result, you dont need a huge amount. Do try to keep the cheese to a minimum till you get a result. Good Luck,