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Posted 8/30/2012 5:51 PM (GMT 0)
I know this has been posted on before, but I could not find my specific question. I started taking some coconut oil, and am having the big D. It isn't painful, it just comes. started today, and I started the coconut oil last night. I don't think it is a coincidence. Anyone else have D when they started coconut oil? and how long did it last? Should I continue or quit?
Posted 8/30/2012 6:25 PM (GMT 0)
My next step is taking Monolaurin. I don't know if that is the same as coconut oil or not but I know that Monolaurin comes from coconut oil. You may want to check out and see if there is a difference in the two because I'm pretty sure that it is the Monolaurin you are actually after by taking the coconut oil. The reason I am going to start taking it is due to it's antiviral qualities as I believe my UC is caused by the Epstein Barr Virus. If it works as an antiviral then "die off" occurs, which is fairly safe but can make you sick as the virus dies off, leaving your body to slowly get rid of the toxins left behind. This may include diarrhea. In your case I don't know if that is the case or if other parts of the coconut oil are giving you the D. Check to see if it would be better for you to just take Monolaurin by itself without the extra things found in coconut oil. If it is just the same ingredients I wouldn't worry right now. The diarrhea may actually be a good sign that it is working and getting rid of bad viruses in your body. I would stick with it for a while and remember that it making you sick could be a sign that it is actually working.

Post Edited (garylouisville) : 8/30/2012 12:29:58 PM (GMT-6)

Posted 8/30/2012 6:38 PM (GMT 0)
Did you have diarrhea initially, or more formed stool or whatever you normally have then diarrhea?

q
Posted 8/30/2012 6:40 PM (GMT 0)
in theory coconut oil is extremely healthy. But I don't think it agrees with my gut either- have abandoned it (even tho I loved the taste) and switched back to olive oil (for cooking) and evoo (for salads and puttingonto cooked food).
Posted 8/30/2012 6:56 PM (GMT 0)
Q-My stools were formed, but very pencil-thin. so, I know I had inflammation back there. So frusterating, I was finally getting back to normal, just thought this may help.
Posted 8/30/2012 7:11 PM (GMT 0)
It's possible you took too much? Was it on an empty stomach or with a meal?

There's also a non-odour/non-flavoured organic one that might agree with you better.

Are you on the enemas nightly?

Are you on probiotics and any fibre supplements?

q
Posted 8/30/2012 7:35 PM (GMT 0)
To be honest I only use coconut oil for my hair!
Posted 8/30/2012 10:04 PM (GMT 0)
I have never noticed this effect, but I only use it occasionally for cooking and in some of my foods, so it's not like a regular dose or anything. But I've never had any trouble with it.
Posted 8/30/2012 10:39 PM (GMT 0)
q-I am on nightly enemas....rowasa. It is very possible that I took too much. after tons of research they say to start slowly, I just scooped out a huge spoonful and melted it in my rice. That fed 4 people, but I definately ate the most. No fiber supplement, but I do take VSL #3DS. Usually daily, but at least 5x a week. I also read that if I put it on topically, it would eventually get into my blood stream and do the same, it would just take longer. Bonus, soft smooth skin.
Posted 8/31/2012 1:09 AM (GMT 0)
I take it quite a bit by the spoonfull,no effect as far as I can tell.
It should not even go through full digestion,it is absorbed before it is broken down as far as I
can find out. Unless perhaps there is something wrong with your small intestine.
Old Mike
Posted 8/31/2012 3:00 AM (GMT 0)
I use a lot of coconut oil in my cooking and love it, never had any problems with it.
Posted 8/31/2012 10:08 AM (GMT 0)
The big-D is common with Virgin Coconut Oil. Even for people without IBD. You can build up a tolerance to it (My limit when starting is 1 tablespoon before the big D hits). Or you can switch to a "refined" Coconut oil. These are NOT hydrogenated. And you'll most likely find you can tolerate much more of it. The taste is neutral with the refined version. I actually like the taste of it better then the Virgin kind. Spectrum brand is available at most supermarkets and is pretty cheap.
Posted 8/31/2012 10:36 AM (GMT 0)
Refined has more processing so you might want to do a little research on how it is processed. Not sure of accuracy but at Mark's Daily Apple he indicated to go with virgin over refined.

"The choice is clear – steer clear of the refined stuff and stick with organic virgin coconut oil"

Read more: http://www.marksdailyapple.com/coconut-oil-health-benefits/#refined
Posted 8/31/2012 2:00 PM (GMT 0)
Looking into getting this for myself, any particular way to take it?
Posted 8/31/2012 2:17 PM (GMT 0)
It kills MAP and is generally good for UC but too much will give you D. I use a shot glass and put a spoonfull in and nuke it then pour it into plain wallaby yogurt with a bit of honey and blend, vls3 sometimes, whey protein sometimes.
Makes it taste great but its not something I consume everyday.
Posted 8/31/2012 2:59 PM (GMT 0)
I used to use it quite frequently and I didn't notice any benefit to my UC. I still use it but not for my health.
Posted 8/31/2012 9:37 PM (GMT 0)
Blend with coffee for faux latte. Tastes great. 2tsp per cup.
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