Question 1

is a moderate stool burden in the colon every time imaging is done normal?i eat high fiber, fluids, miralax, & exercise.have nausea, abd pain,bloating

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Unless you underwent: ...a bowel prep before your x-ray, I'd be surprised if there wasn't present a "moderate stool burden."

Question 2

7d post-colonoscopy, no bm, nausea, bloating, reflux, abd pain, back pain. tried fiber supp, miralax, (polyethylene glycol) prune juice. how else can i wake up my colon?

Accepted Answer

Call: your gastroenterologist or the doctor who performed the colonoscopy now. Do not wait. Call for instructions &amp; you may need an exam to be sure there are no complications from your procedure.

Question 3

is it a good idea to be on a high fiber diet?

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Yes: But as with most things, don't overdo it. Your diet must contain protein and fatty acids, but high fiber will allow smooth passage of your food through your gastrointestinal system and absorption of some fats in food. Get the fiber naturally from fruits, vegetables, bean, nuts, and whole grains.

Question 4

diabetic, to balance blood sugars, do i eat a low fiber diet or a high fiber diet?

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High fiber: Fiber helps balance sugar absorption.  A diet rich in fiber is healthy for almost everyone.  People with diabetes are encouraged to eat foods that have color.  White foods tend to have more refined starches or sugars in them where dark or colored foods have complex sugars and starches and also tend to have more fiber.

Question 5

what kind of oil is best for weight loss if i take high fiber diet and with 4 days of cardio and weight training?

Accepted Answer

Olive oil is recome-: Nded for being best for healthy living. So you could try that; otherwise check with a dietician.

Question 6

what can i do to make my bm's smaller in size? i usually go once a day and most of the time they clog the toilet. i am a high fiber diet because of high cholesterol. i also take chitosan to help absorb the fat molecules of the food. i do have fresh or can

Accepted Answer

If : If you have a diet that is high in fiber but there is not adequate fluid intake, it is likely to make your feces harder and drier.  You should drink at least 64 ounces of water per day, which will help the fiber to move wastes through your intestines.

Question 7

how to increase to high fiber diet - low budget?

Accepted Answer

Vegetables and beans: Beans that you soak in water are extremely inexpensive and very high in fiber ( 6 grams per serving). The canned beans are just as high in fiber but may be a bit more expensive since they are canned. Fresh or frozen vegetables are also high in fiber ( about 3 grams per serving)

Question 8

will having a high fiber diet prevent diverticulitis and diverticulitis?

Accepted Answer

To some degree: Fiber supplementation has been shown to reduce the likelihood of episodes of diverticulitis, but not completely prevent them.

Question 9

could a high fiber diet cause constant gas?

Accepted Answer

Perhaps: Any significant change in diet will alter gut flora which could produce excessive gas.

Question 10

what are the best foods to eat for a high fiber diet & anemia?

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Normal diet.: Fiber is not needed to prevent anemia.  Most anemias are caused by iron deficiency, especially in young women.  Iron rich foods are red meat, dark green leafy vegetables, raisins and liver.  The other nturients needed are B12 (mainly animal products) and Folic Acid (vegetables, fruits, nuts, fortified cereals and grains).

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Is a moderate stool burden in the colon every time imaging is done normal?i eat high fiber, fluids, miralax, & exercise.have nausea, abd pain,bloating

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7d post-colonoscopy, no bm, nausea, bloating, reflux, abd pain, back pain. tried fiber supp, miralax, (polyethylene glycol) prune juice. how else can i wake up my colon?

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Is it a good idea to be on a high fiber diet?

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Diabetic, to balance blood sugars, do i eat a low fiber diet or a high fiber diet?

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What kind of oil is best for weight loss if i take high fiber diet and with 4 days of cardio and weight training?

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What can i do to make my bm's smaller in size? i usually go once a day and most of the time they clog the toilet. i am a high fiber diet because of high cholesterol. i also take chitosan to help absorb the fat molecules of the food. i do have fresh or can

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How to increase to high fiber diet - low budget?

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Will having a high fiber diet prevent diverticulitis and diverticulitis?

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What are the best foods to eat for a high fiber diet & anemia?

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