Too Much Fiber

by Lori
(Raton, NM)

How much fiber is too much fiber?

I can go up to 5 days without using the bathroom!! I eat no meat, juice every day, and eat all the pulp that is left over.


I eat either veggie pizza, burgers, hummas, whatever I can imagine.


I drink around 90 ounces of water a day.


Can you eat too much fiber, and what will happen if you do?

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Hi Lori,

The recommended amount of fiber for most adults is about 35 grams per day. As with anything, there is a bit of "wiggle room" when it comes to each individual person since we all have our own unique constitution and quirks.


It certainly isn't good that you only have a bowel movement after several days. At least once per day should be your goal.


Strangely enough, too much fiber can result in similar symptoms of too little fiber. A good balance is the best approach.


You seem to be drinking enough water, so that shouldn't be your problem. I would suggest that you try one or more of the following supplements to improve your bowel regularity...

• Salba - sprinkle in your food or add to your juice to provide essential fatty acids that improve bowel function.
  
  
• AIMega - another plant based source of essential fatty acids, but in capsule form if you prefer.
  
  
• Herbal Fiberblend - herbal dietary fiber that works wonderfully well as a natural digestive cleanse and improves bowel health.

You should be able to easily incorporate one or more of those options into your daily routine and I believe you'll notice a significant improvement.


To your good health!
Blessings,
Angie