The twelve grams of fiber really works!!!!! Question for Heather
#30648 - 12/08/03 06:34 PM
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maryh
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I have worked up to 12 grams of soluble fiber in the form of benefiber-which is the easiest for me to take-don't even know it's in my chamomile tea. I am taking two tbs twice daily-this is the right amount Heather??  No bloating or abdominal distress!!! Thank you Heather!!!! maryh
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I have a question, is the goal to get around 30-35 grams of total fiber a day? Cause from food I'm able to get 20-30 grams a day, and not sure if I should supplement on top of that.
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if you can get all your fiber from foods, that's great. The soluble fiber supplements are just a fast, easy, effective way to make sure you get enough. They're also great to take right before a meal to keep your gut stable - sometimes eating soluble fiber foods isn't really what you feel like doing right before you eat a meal. Same thing for when you're out and about, or you realize you've gone too long without eating, etc. The supplements are a super convenient and effective way to keep yourself stable when it might be tough to eat.
I like to take the supplements regardless - I know they can't hurt (it's next to impossible to get too much fiber - you'd have to really deliberately abuse things) and they definitely help, so it's a win-win situation.
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Heather:
I recently purchased your book, and while I'm not expecting miracles, I feel absolutely NO BETTER - still horrible cramping, bloating, pain, etc.; I am going to have to buy new clothes to accomodate the bloat. I'm also not sure why, if "Eating for IBS" is supposed to help so much, then why the extra supplements, hypnosis, yoga, etc.? I know that the book isn't a miracle cure, like I said, but I'm feeling more than a little hopeless right now.
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Hi Rebecca, sorry your not doing well right now. Are you D or C proned? The book is to help us cut fat from our diets and eat some delicious foods besides blan. The supplements are there to help you deal with the symptoms of IBS, everyones body is different not all recipes will work the same for each of us, so there sometimes is a need to modify and identify what foods are safe for you. Meditation or hypno is good source for recovery and regaining self reassurance again. Bloating can be a number of things for one individual. Are you currently taking meds? Are you using a supplement fiber? Ibs is no fun as you know. It tries our patience tremendously, but once under control you can control IBS. Stay with it and stay on the board there are so many here that can share their experiences with and maybe you can find more solutions. Good luck and look foward to chating with you.
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I am not sure what D or C proned means. I understand what the book and supplements are for, the trouble is that they are not helping me at all. I am currently taking birth control (Nortrel) and am taking both Citrucel (not the sugar free kind) and Fibercon. Without sounding like a complete drag, it doesn't sound like anyone on here has gotten better or overcome IBS. I cannot live the rest of my life like this. I know that I am not the only one, obviously, but I have no idea how people live for years and years with this.
Good luck to you as well, and I look forward to chatting with you as well.
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i continually eliminated things from my diet for weeks at a time and tried many different supp's to start to get relief. you are an investigator, and IBS leaves clues. For me, I eventaully uncovered that I cannot tolerate lactose or fatty foods, need lots of fiber, soluble fiber supp's, and DEFINITELY priobiotics (the sole reason I got back to normal pooping.
I know you won't give up -- because living in pain is no fun. Unfortunately, only you can solve your problem. Everyone else is just a means to you reaching your goal: relief. We are here to help you -- best of luck in your search.
Shanna 
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I'm glad that you were able to find solutions. Nothing I've tried has worked. I'm giving it until 12/31.
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Re: rebecca
#30847 - 12/09/03 04:28 PM
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Debby
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Rebecca, In case you were still wondering: C is constipation and D is diarrhea. Sometimes people suffering from IBS tend to be one or the other or sometimes both in the same day. Just so you know that while most of us still suffer from attacks and we still suffer from stomach problems, most of us have felt at least some relief and definetely feel the support from others when we need it. But if things aren't working for you please don't give up hope that you will feel better and you will be able to get through this. You may have to experiment with foods and you may still be eating something you don't realize is irritating your IBS. Good luck and keep posting if you have questions because there are lots of people who can at least offer some support.
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Thank you for the clarification - I am mostly "C". I've taken all dairy, coffee, fatty foods, etc. out of my diet, and actually feel worse than ever. Thank you for your kind words. I'm just in a deep funk at the moment, so I am sorry if I sound terse or rude. 
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Re: rebecca
#30854 - 12/09/03 04:43 PM
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Linz
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Hi Rebecca!
How long have you been on "the diet"? When were you diagnosed? Has everything but IBS been ruled out.
I think feeling worse when you first start the diet is pretty normal. I certainly did. With IBS, any big change can be a trigger, so you've got to wait for your body to get used to the new regime. And as hard as it is, if you relapse (with the diet, etc) then you can get set right back.
As you're IBS-C, watch your insoluble fibre content. The soluble fibre guidelines work for both C and D, but if you're C then you need to keep having insoluble fibre or your gut will just seize up. Keep in mind that Heather is IBS-D, so some of the stuff is aimed more at that.
IBS is an absolute bugger (pardon my language  !). I found that really hard to cope with when I was diagnosed. Who wants to have a chronic illness with no definite treatment and few understanding doctors!!! I guess the aim with IBS is to get it under control so that you can enjoy life despite it.
Everyone here is really helpful and sympathetic. Keep on coming back - the support has helped me loads. If you just want to chat, post on the LivingRoom.
Linz
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Re: rebecca
#30855 - 12/09/03 04:46 PM
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Debby
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It's okay believe me it's hard not to be mad when you are suffering! There are many many days when I look at other people with "normal" stomachs and wish I was them. I told my husband I wanted to give my stomach away this Christmas and donate it to some needy family who's desperate for a new stomach (even one like mine) and it could be a big tax write off and I wouldn't have to deal with pain or attacks or awful bloating and I could just live happily ever after stomachless. Ah to dream. don't think I'm crazy I'm just kidding!!! 
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Re: rebecca
#30856 - 12/09/03 04:51 PM
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Shanna
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Please be aware that:
1. It takes two weeks for your gastrointestinal lining to turn itself over... so it may take two weeks of foods that are safe for YOU to get results.
2. Stress, hormones, weather changes, seratonin, the weather, pysiological problems, etc, can can IBS... it's not limited to food.
3. Get a new doctor. One who can help you. I suffered for years -- as you are now -- and tried everything. Eventually, I contacted a doctor at at Yale and he helped me tremendously. I hope you can find someone equally talented and committed to your health. Let your search be to find the best doctor possible... shawneric can help you with this.
I understand how you feel -- i empathize more than you know!
Shanna
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It takes two weeks for your gastrointestinal lining to turn itself over.
Shanna - where did you find this? I am trying to prove a point to someone and could not find this fact on the web.
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#30862 - 12/09/03 05:42 PM
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Shanna
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a doctor who has helped mem a lot told me this REPEATEDLY. it has been drilled into my brain!
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Hi Rebecca!
Have you been tested for Celiac? The symptoms of IBS and Celiac are quite similair...if you haven't been tested you may want to be. Celiac means you need to take gluten out of your diet to get better...gluten is the protein in bread, pastas, oats, rye, spelt, and barley, and wheat. If you have any questions about Celiac, please ask!
Hope we can help you soon!
*hugs*
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Re: rebecca
#30874 - 12/09/03 06:33 PM
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sherr1
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It takes two weeks for your gastrointestinal lining to turn itself over.
Shanna - where did you find this? I am trying to prove a point to someone and could not find this fact on the web.
I read this in BREAKING THE VICOUS CYCLE by gottshalk.
The is true for celic sprue and any who has suffered a severe infection. It can tke to 3 months to 2 full years before the stomach lining repairs itself it depends on the person and the diet regimen they use.
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Quote:
I read this in BREAKING THE VICOUS CYCLE by gottshalk.
The is true for celic sprue and any who has suffered a severe infection. It can tke to 3 months to 2 full years before the stomach lining repairs itself it depends on the person and the diet regimen they use.
Thanks Sherri! This was exactly what I was looking for.
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