Has anyone had this prob?
#28602 - 11/23/03 08:44 PM
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Laurel
Reged: 11/21/03
Posts: 28
Loc: Los Angeles, CA
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I just started the diet on Friday. (I'm a "D" girl!!) I took Fiber-con on Friday, Saturday, and today, and have not had a BM, but have quite a bit of gas.
Since I used to use coffee to keep me regular, I'm thinking maybe my body is going into shock since I quit cold turkey??
I don't know what to do, and my want for coffee is sooooo strong, just because I know it will give me a BM, but I know I will pay for it dearly!! I know coffee is on my list of triggers since I have been feeling better without it!
What should I do? I've gone to the gym, taken fiber-con, etc etc?
Thanks everyone! 
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Try drinking more water, reducing your fiber-con intake, and gradually increasing. Also, try some probiotics in the a.m. and at night.
Good Luck!!! 
Also, check out Heather's books, Eating for IBS, and IBS: The First Year. They are extremely helpful...
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Also, if you're trying to ween yourself off of coffeee, try drinking some green tea. It doesn't have as much caffeine and some find it helps them give up the coffee.
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Check this site on the forum search for great ideas for soy flavored coffees, natural and IBS safe. Heather recommends waking up with a herbal tea like chamomile or chai teas in her book, to try and break the coffee habit. I agree decrease your fibercon, but also remember if youreating soluble fiber you need to add a little insoluble fiber to your diet also, along with your fibercon and lots of water.
Fiber supplements help you eat insoluble foods in moderation.
Have a great Day!!
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