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Constipation, Increased Flatulence, Foul Smell In Stools. On Low Carb, High Protein Diet. Treatment?
Good evening. I have been on a low carb, high protein diet over the past 3 weeks and am enjoying this change of lifestyle. i only eat clean foods, plenty of fruit and veges, lean chicken and fish. Typical of everything the professionals tell you. I have been losing weight also which of course is a bonus. I started taking metamusil over the past 3 days in my morning juice plus drink 1 ltr of fresh water plus a couple of coffees daily. My problem now is, i have not used my bowels for the past 3 days and my flatulance has increased and really smells offensive. What do you suggest? Please help.
Mon, 22 Apr 2019
Hello,
Your symptoms seem to be related to constipation probably due to a high protein diet. I suggest using a stool softener such as Miralax. I also suggest to take daily probiotics and consult fibers and liquids.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
Your symptoms seem to be related to constipation probably due to a high protein diet. I suggest using a stool softener such as Miralax. I also suggest to take daily probiotics and consult fibers and liquids.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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