Rifaximin is a minimally absorbed antibiotic that stays in the gut. 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 by konstantin monastyrsky the weston a. Gutsense is a probiotic formula custom made specifically for dogs. As with most books the writer does have a website that sells supplements. 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. Every suggestion he had in his book and on his website were contrary to what. The book makes a lot of sense but in practice avoiding fiber just doesnt work for me. Regarding fiber, i would definitely check out the book fiber menace if you can. If you want to try any of konstantins supplements for healing the. Im not trying to prove anyone wrong, but i feel that im living proof that fiber menace has some truth. It starts shortly after the birth at a 3% rate, exceeds 50% by the age 50, and reaches over 90% by. 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.
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. The kind of trauma and potential issues of a lifetime of this kind of fiber is not good. Despite being so young and athletic, i was also always bloated, fatigued, and depressed. In short, i was astounded at how quickly and easily my problem. 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. When i finished the book i immediately started the. For me, constipation from lack of hydration is conventional wisdom. The basic premise of fiber menace is that grain fiber plays a leading role in many gut related ailments including colon cancer. 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. Oct 15, 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. Id say that anybody looking for answers to constipation should avoid this book. Fiber menace book and gut sense website for constipation. I joined this group and read a little discussion of. 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.
Seems almost impossible to find information that is not tied to some sort of sales pitch these days. 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. Most canine probiotics are made of human probiotic bacteria strains. Konstantin monastyrsky got a gut feeling your gut is out of whack. Gutsense is made in the united states in a human natural product certified facility that uses a patented probiotic, dairyfree manufacturing process from italy. 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. No single source of research made such a dramatic improvement for me as that book did. In week three of our coaching course we address the issue of gut health and constipation in the section. I wasnt one using added fiber in my diet, however, i. Then, in the early 20th century, fibers supposed health benefits were hijacked by the purveyors of grain cereals, such as kellogg.
I had been dealing with ibs for over 20 years but had no clue of its cause. Gut sense is a site about a book called fiber menace. Irritable bowel syndrome message boards fiber menace. I know when its a group thing, a pervasive policy in nutrition and in doctoring is to actually go after fiber. Ive not read it, but id have to say in my former eating life, i tried adding in high amounts of fiber. It starts shortly after the birth at a 3% rate, exceeds 50% by the age 50, and reaches over 90%. There is a book out there called fiber menace by konstantin monastyrsky which demotes fiber. I use these descriptors in the best sense possible, mind you.
Dec 09, 2015 have you read fiber menace by konstantin monastyrsky. Why a high fiber diet is killing your colon and why a low. Thats the provocative title of an article by konstantin monastyrsky, the author of fiber menace as of march 2012, the fdas adverse. This book is one of the most helpful books ive read. Questions, comments or feedback about how much fiber to eat.
Why a high fiber diet is killing your colon and why a. Hes written two bestselling books in russian and fiber menace and gut sense in english. The author has valid points when it comes to insoluble fiber from grains i. Why dietary fiber is a menace with konstantin monastyrsky. You dont need to teach newborns to move their bowels it comes to them just as naturally as breathing or crying. I wasnt one using added fiber in my diet, however, i adopted many of the small changes and because i had nothing to lose, ordered his supplements. 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. Nov 29, 2015 i first read excerpts from fibre menace about 1. 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. It really does have some very solid and effective theories. Fiber menace kindle edition by monastyrsky, konstantin. Every suggestion he had in his book and on his website were contrary to what the doctors and people in general were telling me constantly eat more and more fiber, more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and juices, and consume huge. What someone with constipation can do if high fiber and laxatives is not the solutionand much more.
Before i read the fiber menace book, i was unknowingly doing all the harmful things such as using psyllium husk, drinking 3. To quote one of the best scientists i know of on this subject resource at end of post. 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. Moving bowels is an instinct, not an acquired trait.
And fiber menace, theres a whole text of the book is also free or you can obtain it on amazon. There we reference a ukrainian born pharmacist konstantin. 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. In short, i was astounded at how quickly and easily my problem disappeared. 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. 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. I tried avoiding fiber and changed my diet as stated in the book.
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. Basically all my fiber sources now comes from the plants i eat not added wheat, bran, fiber fortified cereals, etc. And thats the happy end story behind the genesis of fiber menace, gut sense, and this web site. The author details how highfiber diets produce large stools which stretch the intestinal tract beyond its normal rangeeventually resulting in. Ive not read it, but id have to say in my former eating life, i tried adding in high amounts of. Nov 10, 2018 what someone with constipation can do if high fiber and laxatives is not the solutionand much more. Konstantin monastyrsky pseudoscience of nutrition part 1. I started suffering from constipation around age 16. The information seemed logical so i ordered the colorectal recover program and the fiber menace book. Anyone know anything about gut sensefiber menace info. What is bizarre is his conclusion resulted in a book with others to follow in direct contradiction to what he experienced. For my first book, i wrote a section on constipation. 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 book is claiming this kind of fiber is like a rock, or hard clumps since it is indigestible.
Have you read fiber menace by konstantin monastyrsky. The study showed fiber also plays a big role in restoring the expression of the protein interleukin22, which prevents gut microbiota from invading the eversoimportant. One radio network konstantin monastyrsky the real reason. Mark sisson is the founder of marks daily apple, godfather to the primal food and lifestyle movement, and the new york times bestselling author of the keto reset diet. As the introduction to the fiber menace book explains, the original intent for adding fiber wasnt for anyones good health, good stools, or longevity, but rather to curb. Gut sense represents the first substantial revision of mainstream recommendations for prevention and treatment of constipation and colorectal disorders. Its healthy gut flora were looking for, not fiberand. Tragically, none of it is true, and fiber menace explains why its the complete opposite. May 25, 2018 as the introduction to the fiber menace book explains, the original intent for adding fiber wasnt for anyones good health, good stools, or longevity, but rather to curb sexuality and build character. After reading fiber menace, i cut out fiber out of my diet, and not only did i lose weight, but also regained unlimited energy and easier bowel movements. Luckily i ran across fiber menace and it made so much sense. If you suffer like i did, i highly recommend at least reading it to see if anything sounds familiar. 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. 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.
Bulking up the stool with extra fiber is a huge cause of colorectal cancerfat is the thing to keep the colon goingin a perfect world, the human body should be moving its bowels after every. Some of the materials on this site are excerpted from my forthcoming book entitled gut sense. Last weeks guest post from konstantin monastyrsky, author of fiber menace, generated a lively, boisterous, and at times combative comment section. Learn gut sense to enjoy good eats, great health and long life. Oct 25, 2005 id say that anybody looking for answers to constipation should avoid this book. The striking cover photo of fiber menacea cereal bowl filled with brass hardware screwsprimes the reader for its startling message. As a person who suffers from chronic constipation i found the authors advice extremely effective and perhaps even life saving. Study participants were followed for 10 weeks more after taking the drug. Constipation is one of the most intractable and unpleasant lifestyle disorders facing westerners. 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. Have not finished the first one but find it does provoke some thoughts. Jan, 2019 the information seemed logical so i ordered the colorectal recover program and the fiber menace book. This book takes up where fiber menace left off to answer questions, as presented in the subtitle. How to reverse bowel diseases and escape colon cancer.
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