May I ask you a question? Does eating chia seeds or taking psyllium husk prevent absorption of nutrients like calcium or magnesium? I’ve been eating chia seeds daily for years and just recently added some psyllium but then I read beware of these two things. You cannot believe everything you read so I hope I can continue eating them!!
I eat a plant based diet primarily and am fairly certain I get more than enough fiber. A daily smoothie often has whole oats, white beans or silken tofu for protein, chia and flax seed, as well as raspberries, mango and blueberries. At each meal, I challenge myself to try and add as many vegetables as possible. I always can tell when I haven't kept up with the fiber, my tummy is pretty clear about telling me!
I have struggled with constipation since I was a child. It’s only been in the last few years that I learned that hyper mobility affects the digestive system. I had SIBO realllly bad (both kinds at the same time) and learned that I have slow stomach emptying. Not gastroparesis, just slow. Add in peri and it’s been A RIDE. About a year or so ago, at the advice of… someone I can’t recall (thanks MenoBrain!) I started adding Anthony’s acacia Senegal fiber (https://ibspot.com/us/products/b07gt9vsyr_amazon_us?gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAACRDzri7C2NHFR_9q-WVOXhPh9MOR&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI7PDYpIHMjAMVfjIIBR2xizH5EAQYDiABEgJgAfD_BwE) to my morning KaChava shake and it has helped so freaking much. I actually 💩 like a regular person now. What a concept!
After having lost a lot of weight going though a keto/carnivore pathway I'm starting to add back carbs and more fibre: veggies into our bolognaise, grated apple into my Greek yoghurt. I'm more regular, without having to consume lots of fat and my weight is going even lower. I feel great!
May I ask you a question? Does eating chia seeds or taking psyllium husk prevent absorption of nutrients like calcium or magnesium? I’ve been eating chia seeds daily for years and just recently added some psyllium but then I read beware of these two things. You cannot believe everything you read so I hope I can continue eating them!!
How much of each do you eat every day?
I eat a plant based diet primarily and am fairly certain I get more than enough fiber. A daily smoothie often has whole oats, white beans or silken tofu for protein, chia and flax seed, as well as raspberries, mango and blueberries. At each meal, I challenge myself to try and add as many vegetables as possible. I always can tell when I haven't kept up with the fiber, my tummy is pretty clear about telling me!
Sounds like you’re eating plenty of fiber!
I am living off of strawberries and prunes. And I don't care who knows it! :)
I have struggled with constipation since I was a child. It’s only been in the last few years that I learned that hyper mobility affects the digestive system. I had SIBO realllly bad (both kinds at the same time) and learned that I have slow stomach emptying. Not gastroparesis, just slow. Add in peri and it’s been A RIDE. About a year or so ago, at the advice of… someone I can’t recall (thanks MenoBrain!) I started adding Anthony’s acacia Senegal fiber (https://ibspot.com/us/products/b07gt9vsyr_amazon_us?gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAACRDzri7C2NHFR_9q-WVOXhPh9MOR&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI7PDYpIHMjAMVfjIIBR2xizH5EAQYDiABEgJgAfD_BwE) to my morning KaChava shake and it has helped so freaking much. I actually 💩 like a regular person now. What a concept!
It can be so difficult to figure out how to manage GI problems. I’m glad you found what works for you.
The title, the post itself and the pics! Yum to all of it!
Thank you for letting me know!
Your picture made me hungry. Great article!
Thank you Leslie!
After having lost a lot of weight going though a keto/carnivore pathway I'm starting to add back carbs and more fibre: veggies into our bolognaise, grated apple into my Greek yoghurt. I'm more regular, without having to consume lots of fat and my weight is going even lower. I feel great!
Fruits and vegetables have a lot of benefits!
Yes and I've healed my gut now, enough to be able to eat them again. It's wonderful 🥰
That’s great!
You know me, I love talking about (and reading about) fiber. All f-words are up my alley, too. Great piece Liz.
Thank you, Kitty!
A great reminder! Thank you. I’ve been overly focused on protein lately. It’s easy to forget about the other nutrients we need…
You're welcome. Everyone needs reminding from time to time!
such a great piece but the title is my favorite!
Thank you!