Why Is My Stool Like Rubber And Hard To Pass After Stopping Protein Shake Intake?

Posted on Thu, 19 Jul 2018

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Question : Ok so iv been taking a protein shack mixed with fibers and, iv been kinda stoped up, even though I’m taking fiber. And today my stool was like rubber and very hard to pass,

Answered by Dr. Anders Mark Christensen (29 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Try reducing the amount of protein.

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

I suggest you try reducing the volume of the protein shake, alternatively ensure a high intake of fluid.

Please keep me posted.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Remy Koshy