Question about digestive issues from a newbie
 

I know that this is not the most pleasant subject for conversation, but I would really like to know if other people have experienced the same thing and if so, if it is temporary.

I am on day six of Medifast and I am totally loving almost everything about it. Except that I haven't had a normal bowel movement in six days. I used to have regular bowel movements every day.

Also - sorry to get even more unpleasant - I have been passing gas a lot. A lot.

I am a little uncomfortable and a little concerned.

Any insight would be appreciated!

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Boudicca (nice name btw!),

I have had some digestive problems at the beginning too, but they usually cleared up by Day 2. But mine were the opposite of being stopped up :lol:

When you say "normal" bowel movement, what do you mean? Not to get too TMI, heh! But there is much less food in your system on this plan, so I think it's normal to actually poop every couple days or so, and have it be small.

With 5 shakes, I know the fiber level is decent, so I bet you will see things clear up soon ;)

What is your typical daily menu? And what did you usually eat pre-Medifast?

I would try drinking more water... and you might try Gas-X for the gas :)

It's been 11 days for you now I see. How are you doing?

Hope you feel more on track :D