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Posted 1/31/2013 4:05 PM (GMT 0)
I made a smoothie type drink out of vegetables (Dr. Oz Green Drink) and immediately had a reaction (within an hour). I have microscopic colitis.

I have controlled it well watching my diet (no lettuce or chocolate mostly) and taking two Cat's Claw a day.

Do you think it is possible that I could get used to that high fiber drink?
Posted 1/31/2013 4:09 PM (GMT 0)
What were your symptoms it caused? It is best to increase fiber in your diet slowly, even for someone with a healthy gut, otherwise it can cause increased gas, bloating and discomfort.
Posted 1/31/2013 4:16 PM (GMT 0)
a very watery bowel movement and gas. thanks for responding.
Posted 1/31/2013 4:30 PM (GMT 0)
I'd say that's pretty normal reaction even for a "normal" person. Maybe just try to increase the fiber more slowly and see if that helps! Good luck. I've been wanting to try his green smoothie. :) I make lots of fruit smoothies and eat tons of fiber but I worked up to that.
Posted 1/31/2013 6:26 PM (GMT 0)
Why exactly do you want the Dr. Oz drink? My thoughts are if it is making you worse then discontinue.
Posted 1/31/2013 9:05 PM (GMT 0)
I have never done good with fiber supplements, even something like Metamucil. My GI told me to try it at diagnosis but it was bad news.

Fiber One bars, whew, I tried one of those ones and never thought I'd get rid of the gas. Like Gary said, when I noticed that I stopped taking them. Do you have to have the smoothie? Is it really good or something?
Posted 1/31/2013 9:23 PM (GMT 0)
Fiber One bars are the worst! I ate a few of those before I got UC and they made my gut feel terrible. All kinds of processed junk in those. The green smoothies are just healthy is all.
Posted 2/1/2013 2:59 AM (GMT 0)
Lol I have proctitis, never had a "flare". I got bright ideas about adding protein shakes to my diet. I went to the local pharmacy who sold me easy digestible Pea protein! Cramps first day, second day, after second shakeWham! Worst D I've had.. I'd describe it as bad as gastro!! A week after a day in hospital on drip, it stopped.. I check on Internet and a body builder using it got same symtoms.. The foulest smelling D and bad cramps. GI wanted to increase my pentasa and I refused.. I knew it wasn't a flare it was a reaction, I believe two different things.. Three months later I'm still maintaining remission on my usual meds..
Posted 2/1/2013 6:14 AM (GMT 0)
fibre intake should be slow....i'd personally never drink dr. O's fibre concoction.

What type of MC do you have? and where exactly in your colon?

q
Posted 2/1/2013 9:13 AM (GMT 0)
I took it for the vitamins and as part of a breakfast. I have not had any more problems. I will reduce my intake considerably and increase if all goes well.

thanks to all.
Posted 2/1/2013 9:40 AM (GMT 0)
I tried to add some amino acids and protein, I don't eat a lot of meat. Now I stick with chicken and avocado every day. Avocado is the only fruit that has all 18 amino acids to create a protein.. They are a good protein source.
Posted 2/1/2013 2:19 PM (GMT 0)

Petah said...
I tried to add some amino acids and protein, I don't eat a lot of meat. Now I stick with chicken and avocado every day. Avocado is the only fruit that has all 18 amino acids to create a protein.. They are a good protein source.

If you eat a balanced diet you don't have to worry about combining proteins or any of that. Your body does it for you. That is a myth that was debunked some time ago but a lot of people still believe it. Avocadoes are great for you however! :)
Posted 2/1/2013 5:31 PM (GMT 0)
hello...what type of MC do you have?

q
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