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fibre supplements?

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leeniepie
leeniepie

has anyone tried fiber supplements? my IBS is all over the place at the mo - bloating, cramps gas, constipation, toady I had my first bout of diarrhoea in ages too (I blame university and having a persistant cough for 3 months) and I've always wanted to try them to see if they 'regulate' things, but i've been too scared.

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  • martin31040
    martin31040 leeniepie

    Posted

    Hi, You could try Chia seeds, they are better soak in some water for an hour or two, if you put 2 tablespoons of Chia seeds in a glass of water let it soak for 1 or 2 hours and stir well, it go glutinous, add some juice for taste, Chia Seed are packed with fibre, info online,
    • leeniepie
      leeniepie martin31040

      Posted

      I have heard of chai seeds helping but i react very badly tk seeds so have always been a bit worried about them
  • martin31040
    martin31040 leeniepie

    Posted

    Hi, have you heard of sourdough bread?, it is how bread used to be made by fermentation, I eat it all the time it is easy to digest and has plenty of fibre in.
    • leeniepie
      leeniepie martin31040

      Posted

      I do love sourdough but never considered the fibre content Thanks!
  • borderriever
    borderriever leeniepie

    Posted

    Hello

    Some people with this complaint need to take Fibre it acts as bulk and can effect the stool. I understand some may need alternative diet plans and your GP will help.

    There are pages on site that can assist you understanding IBS. However I would suggest you talk to your GP and they will advise on a diet that will help. Are you stressed regarding your Uni course.?

    Talk to your GP

    BOB

    • leeniepie
      leeniepie borderriever

      Posted

      I do not feel stressed but I may be subconsciously. My gp surgery is useless as most doctors are for IBS it seems ( not that I blame them in a way, you can't be a specialist in everything!) The only thing they recommend is fybogel or movicol.

  • john69530
    john69530 leeniepie

    Posted

    I am currently living on Fybogel

    I made 2 boxes last me my entire 20's. If I ever had a bit runny or a bit of a straining sessions 1 or 2 of these and It was generally sorted.

    Since my current problems started In January I am on my 4th box. I don't really know if its doing me any harm but I've read loads of people who also seem to live on them just for the increase of fibre into their diets. I don't think I've ever had any issues with them and they generally help me to go (I currently dare not take them) 

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