Re: I have a question
11/30/03 11:44 AM
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Laurel
Reged: 11/21/03
Posts: 28
Loc: Los Angeles, CA
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Hi John...I'm new to the boards too, a college student, and 26 years old. I also go to the gym quite a bit and understand what you said about not being able to go sometimes.
But, for me, the gym helps relieve constipation because it gets things "moving" again! I know it's hard to go when you have gas and/or bloating, so I usually just don't go when that's happening.
I started taking Fibercon when I found these boards, and at first found no relief, but now after about a week, they are working great. I usually take them with my meals (about 2 per day). I am also taking calcium/magnesium supplements, acidophilus 2 hours after a meal, and digestive enzymes with every meal.
I would NOT take Metamucil of any kind because it can increase your gas & bloating!! I have heard that Benefiber and Citrucel are good choices besides Fibercon.
Also, I think it is vitally important to cut out coffee-completley!!!!! For me, this was my biggest trigger. I got into a bad habit of using coffee to keep me regular. Now, I am drinking peppermint tea with a little caffeine in the mornings and feel MUCH better!
I hope this helped some!
Laurel 
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