FIBER options that really work

miked1207 · 05-23-2008, 10:11 AM

Hey everybody - quick question for you seasoned L.C. vets out there......What are the best options for adding fiber to one's diet when doing Atkins or South Beach? I've done Atkins before and had great success with the plan, but recall that I had to take some sort of fiber supplement which was only mildly helpful......if you catch my drift. I currently eat a high fiber diet in which my fiber consumption is derived from actual foods (by this I mean food - not supplements) like Fruit and whole grains and am worried that my system will react harshly when I dive headfirst into Atkins and am unable to eat my beloved fruit, etc. Thanks in advance for the favor of your reply....my need for fiber is really the only thing preventing me from embarking on my L.C. journey so I'm anxious to hear your suggestions.

AllieCat0817 · 05-23-2008, 10:34 AM

You might find this interesting....

Gary Taubes and "Fiber"

Fiber Stalls? Adding pounds?

suzanneyea · 05-23-2008, 01:38 PM

Well, sometimes I can go a week without a BM, then I pop a benefiber at night, works everytime.

dawnyama · 05-24-2008, 07:02 AM

For me, I use psyllium just as Dr. Atkins advises. I pop 6 capsules at night, every night, and I have no problems whatsoever. I find that that along with my coconut oil daily helps tremendously. Dr. A also suggests flax I believe. That is something that can be sprinkled on a salad or eaten in the form of a muffin. I seriously would check out those links that Allie posted--very good info.

Houston Heather · 05-24-2008, 04:38 PM

About a tablespoon of plain Psyllium makes for a very peaceful time the next day. I don't bloat or cramp.

If I don't take the fiber, I will bloat and cramp.

I have some digestive issues due to medication.

BTW, be aware that the "name" brand psyllium fibers tend to have a lot of added maltodextrin (filler starch) aspartame, sugar, and artificial colors. I checked at Walmart and they didn't have one suitable product.

I got the plain stuff at a local health food store.

OurLuvsFromAbove · 05-24-2008, 04:39 PM

fiber bloats me and backs me up..
extra fats make me goooo! lol

WendyK1974 · 05-24-2008, 04:41 PM

raw veggies (salad greens, etc) and coffee for me

Jean@125 · 05-24-2008, 05:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OurLuvsFromAbove

fiber bloats me and backs me up..
extra fats make me goooo! lol

Yep. Omega 3 fish oils!

CherryCola · 05-24-2008, 06:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OurLuvsFromAbove

fiber bloats me and backs me up..
extra fats make me goooo! lol

Same here. Or a strong cup of coffee!

Flax muffins feel like a rock in my stomach.

hummingbird11 · 05-24-2008, 06:45 PM

1 - I add 1 heaping Tbsp of Organic Psyllium Husk Powder to my EC PP shake each day.
(the capsules did NOTHING for me)

2 - I add 1/4 to 1/2 cup of Bob's RedMill flaxseed meal (regular or golden) to everything I bake.

3 - Also, I drink a cup (it's like hot tea) of Peter Giilham's Natural Calm (magnesium citrate ~ raspberry lemon flavor) each night before bed. THIS has really done the trick for me, and believe me, I have BM "'issues" and have tried EVERYTHING.

4 - I think EVCO helps too.

5 - organic mixed berries will be the FIRST thing I add back in!

XO,
HB

Kris T. · 05-24-2008, 07:48 PM

For me, two cups of straight coffee followed by a long run session does the trick.

I do have that berry Metamucil though, for emergencies. It's not too bad.

jacksmixedtape · 05-25-2008, 12:55 AM

Magnesium Citrate once daily works like a charm. Psyllium and flax do bad things to my intestines, but give it a try and see for yourself! Lots of ideas here. Good luck!

Jennyl · 05-25-2008, 01:16 AM

nuts always worked well for me. Just a handful of nuts and drink a lot of water

Melle · 05-25-2008, 01:41 AM

Fibercon...2 at night, always works for me. Be sure to drink with a full glass of water, though...it will swell and you want to make sure it's in your system, when it swells (not in your throat).

sweetbutsugarfree · 05-28-2008, 03:22 AM

Omega 3, Flaxseed, E, Garlic and colinix

Meekness29 · 05-28-2008, 09:04 PM

posting to subscribe. thanks for starting this thread.

ceceee8935 · 05-29-2008, 08:32 AM

Fiber only makes me bloat. I take 500mg of magnesium everyday and everything is fine now.

05-23-2008, 10:11 AM	#1
miked1207 Junior LCF Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 1 Gallery: miked1207	FIBER options that really work Hey everybody - quick question for you seasoned L.C. vets out there......What are the best options for adding fiber to one's diet when doing Atkins or South Beach? I've done Atkins before and had great success with the plan, but recall that I had to take some sort of fiber supplement which was only mildly helpful......if you catch my drift. I currently eat a high fiber diet in which my fiber consumption is derived from actual foods (by this I mean food - not supplements) like Fruit and whole grains and am worried that my system will react harshly when I dive headfirst into Atkins and am unable to eat my beloved fruit, etc. Thanks in advance for the favor of your reply....my need for fiber is really the only thing preventing me from embarking on my L.C. journey so I'm anxious to hear your suggestions.

05-24-2008, 06:45 PM	#10
hummingbird11 Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Texan w/ Hawaiian Soul living in California Posts: 4,971 Gallery: hummingbird11 Stats: 175/155/145 ~ 5'8" ~ 45 yo WOE: Organic Controlled Carb; Exercise; Water; No Sugar Start Date: 3/24/08 & Every Day!	1 - I add 1 heaping Tbsp of Organic Psyllium Husk Powder to my EC PP shake each day. (the capsules did NOTHING for me) 2 - I add 1/4 to 1/2 cup of Bob's RedMill flaxseed meal (regular or golden) to everything I bake. 3 - Also, I drink a cup (it's like hot tea) of Peter Giilham's Natural Calm (magnesium citrate ~ raspberry lemon flavor) each night before bed. THIS has really done the trick for me, and believe me, I have BM "'issues" and have tried EVERYTHING. 4 - I think EVCO helps too. 5 - organic mixed berries will be the FIRST thing I add back in! XO, HB __________________ My 1-year-old Grandson, Danny & Me! (at his BDay Party in Texas, 22Nov08) <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Jillian Michaels 30-Day Shred 6 Workouts @ Level 1 Callanetics 10 in 10 by Dec 6 0 Hours Last edited by hummingbird11 : 05-24-2008 at 06:53 PM.

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05-23-2008, 10:34 AM	#2
AllieCat0817 Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Southeastern Coastal SC Posts: 11,831 Gallery: AllieCat0817 Stats: 213.5/133.5/140 WOE: Atkins Maintenance Start Date: 5/23/03	You might find this interesting.... Gary Taubes and "Fiber" Fiber Stalls? Adding pounds?

05-23-2008, 01:38 PM	#3
suzanneyea MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: May 2008 Location: Quebec Posts: 1,490 Blog Entries: 3 Gallery: suzanneyea Stats: 120 WOE: Atkins	Well, sometimes I can go a week without a BM, then I pop a benefiber at night, works everytime.

05-24-2008, 07:02 AM	#4
dawnyama MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Irmo, SC Posts: 1,200 Gallery: dawnyama WOE: Atkins	For me, I use psyllium just as Dr. Atkins advises. I pop 6 capsules at night, every night, and I have no problems whatsoever. I find that that along with my coconut oil daily helps tremendously. Dr. A also suggests flax I believe. That is something that can be sprinkled on a salad or eaten in the form of a muffin. I seriously would check out those links that Allie posted--very good info.

05-24-2008, 04:38 PM	#5
Houston Heather Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Houston Posts: 4,936 Gallery: Houston Heather Stats: Size 22W/12/12 WOE: Atkins 2002 Ongoing Weight Loss	About a tablespoon of plain Psyllium makes for a very peaceful time the next day. I don't bloat or cramp. If I don't take the fiber, I will bloat and cramp. I have some digestive issues due to medication. BTW, be aware that the "name" brand psyllium fibers tend to have a lot of added maltodextrin (filler starch) aspartame, sugar, and artificial colors. I checked at Walmart and they didn't have one suitable product. I got the plain stuff at a local health food store.

05-24-2008, 04:39 PM	#6
OurLuvsFromAbove Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Brooklyn Ny Posts: 3,151 Blog Entries: 4 Gallery: OurLuvsFromAbove Stats: 182/145.3/140 (restart) use to be 227) WOE: Low Carb and Eggcreaming it up! Start Date: Restart March 2008	fiber bloats me and backs me up.. extra fats make me goooo! lol

05-24-2008, 04:41 PM	#7
WendyK1974 MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 1,076 Gallery: WendyK1974	raw veggies (salad greens, etc) and coffee for me

05-24-2008, 07:48 PM	#11
Kris T. MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: SF in SF Posts: 1,768 Gallery: Kris T. Stats: Big emu-now a small emu. WOE: is me. :) Start Date: Today.	For me, two cups of straight coffee followed by a long run session does the trick. I do have that berry Metamucil though, for emergencies. It's not too bad.

05-25-2008, 12:55 AM	#12
jacksmixedtape MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: going to school in NC Posts: 2,208 Gallery: jacksmixedtape Stats: 160/140ish, 5'11" WOE: gluten-free whole foods Start Date: May 2007	Magnesium Citrate once daily works like a charm. Psyllium and flax do bad things to my intestines, but give it a try and see for yourself! Lots of ideas here. Good luck!

05-25-2008, 01:16 AM	#13
Jennyl Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: calgary Posts: 23,966 Gallery: Jennyl Start Date: manana	nuts always worked well for me. Just a handful of nuts and drink a lot of water

05-25-2008, 01:41 AM	#14
Melle Senior LCF Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Branson, Missouri Posts: 758 Gallery: Melle WOE: Low Carb/Somorsize Start Date: September 4, 2008	Fibercon...2 at night, always works for me. Be sure to drink with a full glass of water, though...it will swell and you want to make sure it's in your system, when it swells (not in your throat).

05-28-2008, 03:22 AM	#15
sweetbutsugarfree Junior LCF Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 9 Gallery: sweetbutsugarfree	Omega 3, Flaxseed, E, Garlic and colinix

05-28-2008, 09:04 PM	#16
Meekness29 Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 11,990 Blog Entries: 3 Gallery: Meekness29 WOE: Atkins 72 Start Date: 12.1.2008	posting to subscribe. thanks for starting this thread.

05-29-2008, 08:32 AM	#17
ceceee8935 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Los Angeles CA Posts: 423 Blog Entries: 115 Gallery: ceceee8935 Stats: 219/162.5/150 WOE: atkins extended induction Start Date: 1/8/08	Fiber only makes me bloat. I take 500mg of magnesium everyday and everything is fine now.