Btw, the book s author mentions the paleo diet, but it may be a modified one, because he doesnt mind white rice. About konstantin monastyrsky common sense medical disclaimer is miralax the next vioxx. And thats the happy end story behind the genesis of fiber menace, gut sense, and this web site. Konstantin monastyrsky is fighting the fiber menace episode 199 november 20, 2008 the livin the vida lowcarb show archived from august 3, 2010. As time goes by, laxatives and fiber elevate constipation from the mere nuisance of hemorrhoids to the much more painful and traumatic anal fissures or irritable bowel syndrome, and all the way to an outright lethal. I use these descriptors in the best sense possible, mind you. Theres not one thing in that list that promotes or nourishes anything good in our gut, all those substances do the opposite. My book fiber menace has stirred a huge controversy among experts recently because it describes how and why fiber causes constipation, hemorrhoids, irritable bowel syndrome, diverticular disease, ulcerative colitis, crohns disease, colon cancer, and contributes to fifty plus other digestive, endocrine. Fiber is often recommended for constipation, and though i believe insufficient fiber is rarely the primary factor in constipation, it can help by several mechanisms. It really does have some very solid and effective theories. The information seemed logical so i ordered the colorectal recover program and the fiber menace book. The inside story of our bodys most underrated organ.
Mar 29, 2018 according to new research, fiber is super important in maintaining great gut health, and your gut microbiota, so eat your broccoli and lentils. Mar 02, 2007 fiber menace describes major health problems that can develop from eating whats considered a modern healthy diet high in fiber from grains, vegetables, fruits, legumes and even fiber supplements. How to reverse bowel diseases and escape colon cancer. Generic, unsubstantiated claims like the one below are hallmarks of junk.
Gut sense or fiber menace i dont know much about them, but the gist is that the traditional mantra of ever increasing fiber and water intake to relieve constipation only makes things worse. While not specifically mentioning paleo, all of its underlining principles are what is helping him. Causes and cures for constipation perfect health diet. When i finished the book i immediately started the very low fiber carb eating habits in the book and started seeing very significant changes after 45 days. Last weeks guest post from konstantin monastyrsky, author of fiber menace, generated a lively, boisterous, and at times combative comment section. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading fiber menace. Fiber menace is for people who believe fiber prevents cancers, reduces the risk of heart disease, regulates blood sugar, wards off diabetes, lowers appetite, induces weight loss, cleanses the colon, and eliminates constipation. Fiber menace by konstantin monastyrsky the weston a. I tried avoiding fiber and changed my diet as stated in the book. Constipation is one of the most intractable and unpleasant lifestyle disorders facing westerners.
Oct 25, 2005 fiber menace is for people who believe fiber prevents cancers, reduces the risk of heart disease, regulates blood sugar, wards off diabetes, lowers appetite, induces weight loss, cleanses the colon, and eliminates constipation. It takes some careful observation of your digestive system so that you can feel the change your body is experiencing as you reduce the carnage to your intestines and. My book fiber menace has stirred a huge controversy among experts recently because it describes how and why fiber causes constipation, hemorrhoids, irritable bowel syndrome, diverticular disease, ulcerative colitis, crohns disease, colon cancer, and contributes to fifty plus other digestive, endocrine, colorectal, and genitourinary disorders. Why a high fiber diet is killing your colon and why a low. White flours, sugars, grains, trans hydrogenated fats, and toxic chemicals wreck havoc from our mouth to our butt. For my first book, i wrote a section on constipation because its by far the most common and troublesome side effect of lowcarblow fiber diets, including atkins, south beach, protein power, and others. Before i read the fiber menace book, i was unknowingly doing all the harmful things such as using psyllium husk, drinking 3. Why dietary fiber is a menace with konstantin monastyrsky. This site places cookies on your device cookie settings. The author details how highfiber diets produce large stools which stretch the intestinal tract beyond its normal rangeeventually resulting in. For me, constipation from lack of hydration is conventional wisdom. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The book is claiming this kind of fiber is like a rock, or hard clumps since it is indigestible. If you suffer like i did, i highly recommend at least reading it to see if anything sounds familiar.
In week three of our coaching course we address the issue of gut health and constipation in the section. By the end of 2005 it evolved into fiber menace, and, two years later into this web site. Fiber menace kindle edition by monastyrsky, konstantin. Tragically, none of it is true, and fiber menace explains why. Monastyrsky wrote fiber menace, which takes to task conventional medicine and gastroenteroligists who routinely recommend fiber as a means of relieving constipation. If you want to try any of konstantins supplements for healing the gut or eliminating constipation, or read his book the fiber menace, simply click here.
You might be surprised to find out that the original intent behind fiber consumption wasnt the betterment of your health, but the suppression of sexuality. The author details how highfiber diets produce large stools which stretch the intestinal tract beyond its normal rangeeventually resulting in intestinal damageand a drastic upset of the natural bacterial flora of the gut. Monastyrsky has released fiber menace in amazon kindle format. Questions, comments or feedback about how much fiber to eat. And if you dont own a kindle wireless reading device dont fret. Perhaps the brown rice didnt digest that well because of all that fiber.
Its healthy gut flora were looking for, not fiber and certainly not added fiber or water, which just exacerbate gastrointestinal issues. The truth about the leading role of fiber in diet failure, constipation, hemorrhoids, etc. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. There we reference a ukrainian born pharmacist konstantin monastyrsky who also exposes the real truth in the field of gut and bowel health with his book, fiber menace. In fact, many studies have demonstrated that excess intake of fiber may actually be harmful, particularly for gut health. Irritable bowel syndrome message boards fiber menace.
Obviously, supplemental fiber and or laxatives shouldnt become a permanent solution lifestyle. Thats the provocative title of an article by konstantin monastyrsky, the author of fiber menace as of march 2012, the fdas adverse event reporting system showed 2,257 adverse events ranging from forgetfulness to death caused by miralax and other polyethylene glycolcontaining block buster laxative drugs. What is bizarre is his conclusion resulted in a book with others to follow in direct contradiction to what he experienced. As a person who suffers from chronic constipation i found the authors advice extremely effective and perhaps even life saving. I had been dealing with ibs for over 20 years but had no clue of its cause. This book takes up where fiber menace left off to answer questions, as presented in the subtitle. When i first learned of this information, my preference for white rice over brown rice started to make more sense. Fiber menace describes major health problems that can develop from eating whats considered a modern healthy diet high in fiber from grains, vegetables, fruits, legumes and even fiber supplements. Not only is the science right on, but also, one gets an intuitive sense that, finally, the truth.
One of the most striking things ive discovered while researching food and health issues over the past few years is how often strong personalities usually males with a fervent belief system and either money or political power drastically change what we think is healthy to eat. I joined this group and read a little discussion of. With close to 50 million americans with ibs link and over 105 million link affected by prediabetes and type 2 diabetes arent that lucky. Irritable bowel syndrome and help for ibs events and publicity special events from heathers tummy care. Jul 27, 2014 gut sense represents the first substantial revision of mainstream recommendations for prevention and treatment of constipation and colorectal disorders connected to fiber, laxatives, antibiotics. Its healthy gut flora were looking for, not fiberand certainly not added fiber or water, which just exacerbate gastrointestinal issues. Fiber menace book and gut sense website for constipation honcode trustworthy health info compliance this site complies with the honcode standard for trustworthy health information. Monastyrsky has released fiber menace in amazon kindle format and if you dont own a kindle wireless reading device dont fret. Top fiberrich foods for good gut bacteria eatingwell. Im thinking about purchasing konstantin monastyrskys products from his website. The truth about the leading role of fiber in diet failure, constipation, hemorrhoids, etc volume 1 by monastyrsky, konstantin isbn. A high fiber diet is broadly recommended for the prevention of diverticular disease based on unconfirmed, unproven, untested, and speculative theories that a low fiber diet causes this pathology. Jan 27, 2011 im thinking about purchasing konstantin monastyrskys products from his website. The book makes a lot of sense but in practice avoiding fiber just doesnt work for me.
The inside story of our bodys most underrated organ and over one million other books are available for amazon kindle. Fiber menace book and gut sense website for constipation. Konstantin monastyrsky pseudoscience of nutrition part 1. At first i went with the full meal deal eliminated almost all fiber, took the hydro c and the colorectal recovery product, plus the probiotics and the vitamin packs. The kind of trauma and potential issues of a lifetime of this kind of fiber is not good. A fabulously informative book for those seeking knowledge on how to achieve optimal digestive function, and a must read for those interested in the repair and recovery of the entire gi system. Amazon has made it possible for you to read kindle version books right on your computer. Tragically, none of it is true, and fiber menace explains why its the complete opposite. One of the most striking things ive discovered while researching food and health issues over the past few years is how often strong personalities usually males with a fervent belief system and either money or political power drastically change what we. I thank god everyday for fiber menace, gut sense, konstantin and the bowel movements i now have. Amazon has made it possible for you to read kindle version books. As much as i would love to tell everybody i know about the gut sense products, its not a topic that people want to hear about or discuss if theyve never.
In fact, its the complete opposite a high fiber diet is the primary cause of diverticular disease and related complications. Jul 12, 2010 the basic premise of fiber menace is that grain fiber plays a leading role in many gut related ailments including colon cancer. In short, i was astounded at how quickly and easily my problem disappeared. Nov 10, 2018 what someone with constipation can do if high fiber and laxatives is not the solutionand much more. Anyone know anything about gut sensefiber menace info. He mirrors more of a japanese diet very low fiber yet still regular. Why a high fiber diet is killing your colon and why a. Search the worlds most comprehensive index of fulltext books. Get the top 12 myths about fiber and the truth about the leading role of fiber in diet failure, constipation, hemorrhoids, irritable bowel syndrome, ulcerative colitis, crohns disease, and colon cancer.
Jun 17, 2019 the supposed benefits of a high fiber diet have been drilled into us through recommendations by our doctors, government, and the food industry alike, yet many of these health claims have not been proven by research. This book is one of the most helpful books ive read. Im not trying to prove anyone wrong, but i feel that im living proof that fiber menace has some truth. If you read the bottle of metamucil, which provides 12g of fiber, you should see the warning label. First, bacteria, dead and alive, form a large fraction of the stool, and the more fiber you eat, the more bacteria you will have. The truth about the leading role of fiber in diet failure, constipation, hemorrhoids, irritable bowel syndrome, ulcerative colitis, crohns disease, and colon cancer.
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