Ok so just about every doc visit and even a planned parenthood visit for birth control, I was told I was obese. I’m 24 yrs old, weight 215 at 5’5”. Bmi is like 36 or something. So they gave me the whole talk about the long term affects of having extra weight. So I would like to lose weight. I’m going to buy an elliptical so I can start doing about 30-45min a day and eat healthy. But here’s where the problem comes in.
Me and hubby plan to get pregnant this January (2012) and I’d like to lose some major weight by then so I won’t risk babies life. My mother in law started this 3 day diet she got from webmd.com. She lost 15 lbs from it so far. And said that it’s working for her. I think she recently stopped but didn’t gain back the weight. She’s was like 180 something lbs before she started.
What I wanna know is, should I consider doing this, atleast so I can shave a few lbs before TTC? And to also become more ealthier. Just to lose 20 lbs would make a difference. I’m not looking for magic here. I’m being realistic. I have no health problems now, but docs make it seem like I will. I’m just mainly concerned about baby.
Thanks in advance.
And please don’t tell me to try any pills, any colon cleansers, regular eating habits etc. No spam. I just want real honest people answering. Especially if UR an obese woman like me.

I have been experiencing rectal bleeding for about 2 months now. I know, I know, I should’ve seen a doctor by now. BUT, it got better in between the two months. Sometimes my stool is soft enough that it doesnt cause any bleeding, but other times it is really hard. Its always just a little blood in the toilet (making the water pink) or some on the tissue when i wipe but just the other day it was way more than before. I have the sensation to go to the restroom but am scared of passing hard stool and pain. I was wondering what can I do (at home) to help ease the pain. I took a laxative once before (correctol) and it made me vomit. Can I take a enema? I need fast relief ASAP… Thanks in advance

I’m currently using Symmetry Botanacleanse. I’m on day two of the 11 day program, and for the last 2 days, I’ve had a mild, but ongoing headache. I haven’t taken any pain killers, as I’m afraid it may cause the Botanacleanse to become ineffective…thanks in advance for your help!!!
Also – I did read the instructions and researched the product, but didn’t see a list of side effects such as headache and low grade fever. Thanks to all of you that are providing helpful answers, but for those of you who like to be smart-a**es, cockiness and sarcasm is not neccessary, and I would appreciate it if you would not comment at all…

This started happening last night when I decided to sleep on my back without a pillow. I heard it was good and better to sleep without a pillow, so I tried it. At first I felt my back relaxing and I was enjoying it until I decided to turn on my right side. That’s when I felt a sharp pain on my left chest. I got up quickly and started breathing in and out slowly. The pain didn’t disappear completely as I kept breathing, but it got better between now and then.

I went back to sleep and the pain faded as I started to fall a sleep. In the morning I thought everything would go back to normal, but I noticed I have a constant pain on the same area. It’s bearable, I’m not bother with it to the point where I can’t move, but I’m just curious what could this be?

Is it from the green tea I bought lately? This tea is suppose to clear away toxins from our bodies. It is used to support the healthy function of the liver, kidneys, lungs, and blood, and to cleanse the body of toxins. It’s called ‘Detox Tea’. Instead of drinking 2 cups daily, I drink 3.

I noticed changes on my bowel movements, I keep going to the bathroom more frequently, which I think the tea is doing a good job cleaning toxins from the body, but what specifically caused this left chest pain.

Thanks in advance!

My father needs a colonoscopy and I’ve heard that can range around 00……is there anyway to find a better price?

Thanks in advance.

My holland lop is about 10 weeks old, and he’s been losing his fur and there are huge chunks that are clumped together, is that normal? I know that bunnies molt around 3 months, so I’ve been brushing him daily, trying to get the clumps out. I figure the clumps may be due to him just cleaning himself, and since his hair is fine, it clumps and gets tangled and caught up easily. How do I tell that he’s really molting besides fur loss? I’ve taken precautions in case he is by giving up lots of water an hay so that if he ingests his hair it wont get caught up in his intestines. His fur is pretty long too, so it’s hard to tell.

Thanks in advance =)

This started happening last night when I decided to sleep on my back without a pillow. I heard it was good and better to sleep without a pillow, so I tried it. At first I felt my back relaxing and I was enjoying it until I decided to turn on my right side. That’s when I felt a sharp pain on my left chest. I got up quickly and started breathing in and out slowly. The pain didn’t disappear completely as I kept breathing, but it got better between now and then.

I went back to sleep and the pain faded as I started to fall a sleep. In the morning I thought everything would go back to normal, but I noticed I have a constant pain on the same area. It’s bearable, I’m not bother with it to the point where I can’t move, but I’m just curious what could this be?

Is it from the green tea I bought lately? This tea is suppose to clear away toxins from our bodies. It is used to support the healthy function of the liver, kidneys, lungs, and blood, and to cleanse the body of toxins. It’s called ‘Detox Tea’. Instead of drinking 2 cups daily, I drink 3.

I noticed changes on my bowel movements, I keep going to the bathroom more frequently, which I think the tea is doing a good job cleaning toxins from the body, but what specifically caused this left chest pain.

Thanks in advance!

I’m 28 weeks with my first and have been experiencing pain and pressure in my pelvic area, across my bottom, and my lower belly. This just began today. Also, I have been a bit nauseaus today, which is a first for the last month. I am not constipated as I’ve had a normal bowel movement today, and my daughter’s movement has been normal. Does anyone have a clue what the cause of this could be? I keep trying to change position to get comfortable, but haven’t had much luck.

Thanks in advance for your help!

Ok so I’ve heard about rectal pressure but I’m not sure what it feels like… is it a constant feeling or does it come and go? Does it kinda feel like when you have to have a bowel movement or is it more of a sharp pain? I know it sounds kind of stupid but I really am curious if anyone can tell me I would greatly appreciate it thanks in advance

Like a lot of people, I’m currently not happy with my appearance and weight. I’ve been seeing ads for acai berry and colon cleanse lately, and I was wondering if, with a healthy diet, this could help me lose weight? I know exercise is another option, but I don’t have time to fit it in. And I’m not just saying that. I hardly have time to sleep at night.

Thanks in advance for answering my question =]
Thanks. And I know diet and exercise is the healthiest way to lose weight, but with my hectic schedule I don’t have time to exercise.

Please answer these questions:
1. Will juice fasting only worsen constipation? Or will it revitalize the bowel by the end of the fast, and reduce constipation?
2. Since juice fasting leads to colon cleansing, is it beneficial for someone with constipation?
3. I heard that one should not fast after a surgery. Is it safe for a person to do juice fasting 3 weeks after plastic surgery?

Thanks in advance.

For health and weight loss purposes, I am considering using a colon cleanser. Because there are over 200 on the market, I’m curious which one(s) you have used and what your experience was with them.

1) Have you used a colon cleanser?
2) If yes, what brand?
3) Were you please with the results? If no, why not?
4) Would you do it again?

Thanks in advance for your help!

I was originally caused by anti depressants so the doctor says, but I’ve been off of them for 3 months now and am having this problem that isn’t getting better. Thanks in advance
Doctor said the pills slowed the peristalsis.

i asked this in the health section and only got spam…

i’ve been having digestive issues and was wondering what colon cleansing does, what products are safe and easy to use, and how long does it take to complete it? thanks in advance
pbandj – wow, i couldn’t have asked for a better answer

b/g: mom has ovarian cancer, however all recent (past few months) ct-scans, x-rays, and ultrasounds show no tumors. About two months ago severe vomitting (from an oral chemo) resulted in no mobility of the gut and thus no eating or bowel movements.

question:
recent x-ray of abdoemn said:
"Positive bowel gas is noted. Organ shadows and osseous shadows are grossly negative. No significant stools are identified." Prior ct-scan (about 1 to 2 mo ago) said scan shows consistent with ileus vs sbo.

So does this sound like it is ileus and not a sbo? miralax is not really working and I’m not sure what to do to make the bowel ‘active’ again (there are no sounds). What does ‘positive bowel gas’ mean in relation to what’s going on?

Thanks in advance for any assistance

Does anyone know what colon cleansing product actually works and is not a scam? Also does anyone know any acai berry product that works as well?
Every thing that im seeing on the internet seems to be a scam and i really want the real thing.

thanks in advance

what is a natural and healthy way to do a colon cleanse? How often would i have to do it? Thanks in advance.

I am 28 and have suffered from it for 13years and have not found a dr that thinks i’m "old enuf" or "bad enuf" Would love to see them live a day in my shoes… So I was just wondering, what options are out there for treatment. I’ve used Imodium and Maalox etc… But don’t seem to last longer then an hr and arn’t always effective. I can’t bare to leave the house without knowing there will be a washroom at my convience at any given time. Any advice would be great! Thanks in advance

Ok, so ive seen like tons of ads everywhere about the Acai Berry Cleanse Diet plan and i wanted to know if its actually legit and if it really works. You never know since its the internet and everything but it looks very promising! If you’ve tried this plan id love to hear your experience with it! thanks in advance:]

What are the three modifications of the small intestine’s inner wall that function to increase surface area from largest to smallest? Thanks in advance.

since then, after the radiation, I have had 2 major surgerys to my lower body, abdomen, and rectal area. this pain in my legs, jumps back and forth, from one leg to the next, and almost always, ends up solely, in the left leg, and around the knee cap, above the knee, down in the calf of my leg, and the upper thigh. This pain wakes me at night, and unless I stay on pain meds, I cannot get thru a day to good. The doctors, do not know what is causing it, I have had scans, MRI, xrays, ect. Now , they are telling me, I must have Chronic Nerve damage, possible coming from the pevic area. They want to send me to a pain managemant clinc. I am not sure what a pain management clinic can do? This has been going on now for 2 years. anyone have any input, that may help me? Thanks in advance…… Munchkin

lately my bowel movements have been very small. i eat a lot of (but properly portioned) food. when i eat a large meal i still have a small bowel movement. this does not add up. i have been exercising a lot lately, could that be why? thanks in advance.

I am 15 years old and really feel that cleansing my colon would be good for my health. Also, how do you ask your parents for it? I have lost about 10 lbs so my parents constantly worry about my weight and I don’t want them to think it is because I want to lose more.

Thanks in advance

I use to take this bitter medicine that made me go to the bathroom a lot. But I don’t want to buy it from a store this time. It helped me pass all the the waste out of my system. And at the same time made me loose weight.

Do you know any websites,…. that will teach me some ~homemade~ weight lost drinks. That will also clean out my intestines and clear my system of anything bad.

Thanks in Advance.

I feel that I suffer from Irritable bowel syndrome that leads to continuous constipation, the doctors said that there is no cure for me and this illness will stay with me forever. Can anyone tell me plz if there is something to decrease the illness symptoms?
Thanks in advance