Optitots

I keep on hearing on this board of the dreaded Optitots.  I don't have this problem actually I have the opposite.  I know I'm getting enough water - I have been having 3.75 L of (water, Opti, etc).  Did others have this problem and what did you do?

Hi Carol.

I hear ya!  I've been adding a teaspoon of Life Brand's version of Benefibre to 2 of my shakes each day.  You will still probably go a lot less often than on regular food, but it does help provide some bulk.

Hope it all goes well for you!
Sharon

I haven't had this issue yet - although my tummy is a little unsettled today.  I think in our book it recommends taking 2 metamucil caps with each shake.   I started this right away as I have had issues in the past on a regular diet.

Yes, our book does say to take 1-2 Metamucil (sugar-free) capsules with EACH Optifast.

I just spoke with Aspen about Optifast and she said for both Opticlog and Optitrots the same is recommended (1-2 Metamucil) with each shake, however she said that if we are still having Optitrots that we can increase our intake up to 4 Metamucil. 

I had the same problem, i've always been more prone to constipation, and i still am.

try adding benefibre, and make sure you getting lots and lots of water.

Keep on top of the constipation, have a laxative when you haven't gone for a couple of days, or when you feel uncomfortable.

Can you have veggies? if so, try to get the maximum allowed, that will add some natural fibre. Maybe take a stool softener as well.