most recent 30 from http://paleohacks.com 2013-05-19T01:09:40Z http://paleohacks.com/feeds/question/148092 http://www.creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/2.5/rdf http://paleohacks.com/questions/148092/sorry-another-poo-question-plus-i-got-roids tbonesteak 2012-09-09T05:14:05Z 2012-09-09T20:23:01Z

<p>Hemorrhoids that is...</p> <p>Been paleo plus rice and potatos for over a year. In the last 5 month I've developed really bad 'roids and poo that looks like number one on the poo chart. I can't explain why it started...there was no change in my diet.</p> <p>I am now 5 days into a W30 with the wifey and though I'm eating veggies like a mad man....no change. It actually seems worse.</p> <p>Sample meal: Breakfast: 3 eggs, 2-3 strips beef bacon, 1/2 avocado Snack: 1/4 cup cashews/macadamia Lunch: coconut curry (cauliflower, carrots, butternut squash, onions, chicken) over a bed of sautéed kale Snack: sweet potato with bacon +1/2 avocado Dinner 12 oz ribeye with heaping serving of sautéed kale</p> <p>I now poo every other day... And when I do, they lookand feel like small round sand paper rocks. For the hell of it, I ate a HUGE salad last night and today my bum feels like I stuck barbed wire in it.</p> <p>I have no ibs or gurd. I've tried prep h, suppositories, 2% hydrocortisone... I'm so dang frustrated... ARG!</p> <p>I would appreciate any advice/help.</p> <p>Peace PH!</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/148092/sorry-another-poo-question-plus-i-got-roids/148114#148114 Alec 2012-09-09T08:25:10Z 2012-09-09T08:25:10Z

<p>Perhaps try fermented raw dairy, sauerkraut or vsl3 for a while. It may be a gut flora issue. </p> <p>If an increase in vegetable fibre worsens things, it <em>may</em> be 'slow transit constipation'. But I would try the probiotic approach before seeking a doctor.</p> <p>To avoid 'roids <strong>do not</strong> strain. Google is your friend re: how to avoid this. </p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/148092/sorry-another-poo-question-plus-i-got-roids/148125#148125 Red Robin 2012-09-09T11:09:11Z 2012-09-09T11:09:11Z

<p>Try snacking on a couple of teaspoons of unsweetened dessicated coconut - works well for me!</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/148092/sorry-another-poo-question-plus-i-got-roids/148127#148127 KellyBoBelly 2012-09-09T11:27:57Z 2012-09-09T11:27:57Z

<p>Are you drinking enough water? You need about 8-12 glasses of water a day which is a rough estimate and doesn't include anything you drink while exercising. Drink first thing in am, before eating a meal, after your meal, and last thing before bed. You may want to quit caffeine for a bit too, if you consume any. Also, "squatting" properly will relax your colon. I live in India so it's easy to do here. Last thing - exercise. You need to get up and walk around a lot to get things moving. Try to get in at least 20-30 mins activity each day.</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/148092/sorry-another-poo-question-plus-i-got-roids/148130#148130 HuntingBears 2012-09-09T11:53:33Z 2012-09-09T11:53:33Z

<p>use wet toilet paper</p> <p>shrink them with an icepack</p> <p>don't use hem cream, it gives you a rash after a while</p> <p>remember this too shall pass</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/148092/sorry-another-poo-question-plus-i-got-roids/148153#148153 BoneBrothFast 2012-09-09T14:51:01Z 2012-09-09T14:51:01Z

<p>Go fiber-less. Eat fat and protein, but don't eat fiber. See if you notice less digestive issues then.</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/148092/sorry-another-poo-question-plus-i-got-roids/148161#148161 Staci 2012-09-09T15:40:23Z 2012-09-09T15:40:23Z

<p>I have had similar problems. I read the book Fiber Menace which someone on here recommended. It has some interesting advice, but you can get it all on his website since he is really trying to sell his products. As a result of scrutinizing his products, I am taking probiotics, L-glutamine, and one tablespoon of citrucil in the morning. I'm also drinking Natural Calm which helps with stool softening. I hope some of this helps, as the hemorrhoidectomy is not a pleasant surgery!</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/148092/sorry-another-poo-question-plus-i-got-roids/148170#148170 Josh M 2012-09-09T16:44:04Z 2012-09-09T16:44:04Z

<p>I had similar issues so I reduced fiber (I am LC-VLC anyway) increased my coconut oil consumption and drink nothing but water - problem went away never to return. Just my personal experience.</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/148092/sorry-another-poo-question-plus-i-got-roids/148177#148177 Bristlebeard 2012-09-09T17:15:34Z 2012-09-09T17:15:34Z

<p>My problem was that I was in Germany, where the toilets are higher than in the US, so I got a case of 'roids.</p> <p>For me, I've encountered some things that really clean me out, and save those for a 'natural' laxative experience. Two main ones are okra (1/2 pound cooked does the trick), and a a handful of carrots (or just eating 6-8 carrots over the course of a day). Also fruit pectins seem to move thins along too, so go nuts on a half pound of blueberries or something. </p> <p>For the elimination part, see if you can get a milk crate or something that will allow you to put your feet up a foot or so. That way you can sit on the toilet with your knees higher than your hips, and kind of let your sphincter muscles relax and gently eliminate. </p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/148092/sorry-another-poo-question-plus-i-got-roids/148199#148199 bj 2012-09-09T19:20:50Z 2012-09-09T19:20:50Z

<p>I started supplementing with Rutin (it's supposed to strengthen blood vessels), and it seems to work. </p> <p>Also: avoid caffeine and alcohol. This had a huge effect for me. </p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/148092/sorry-another-poo-question-plus-i-got-roids/148206#148206 Chood5 2012-09-09T20:01:33Z 2012-09-09T20:01:33Z

<p>Get a Squatty Potty!!!!!!</p> <p><a href="http://www.squattypotty.com/" rel="nofollow">http://www.squattypotty.com/</a></p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/148092/sorry-another-poo-question-plus-i-got-roids/148209#148209 judybot 2012-09-09T20:09:04Z 2012-09-09T20:09:04Z

<p>When I get stopped up, I take a couple tabs of magnesium before bed. I'm usually good to go in the morning! I also found that a big glass of water before breakfast helps to get things moving, too.</p>

http://paleohacks.com/questions/148092/sorry-another-poo-question-plus-i-got-roids/148211#148211 Harfatum 2012-09-09T20:23:01Z 2012-09-09T20:23:01Z

<p>Try changing the way you sit on the toilet. Some people do better with squatting. Some do better with regular sitting. My 'roids are virtually gone now that I've started sitting.</p>