Is a fiber supplement ok???

[jammiemarie24]

Hello evreyone,

I am wondering if its ok to use a sugarfree fiber supplement ...it is 100% psyllium husk fiber. Like the orange metamucil powder. The carb content says 5 g and 3 g of fiber per serving. Hope I dont gross anyone out...but things have been getting a little backed up , and I know this has helped me in the past. I've been upping my green leafy veggies a bit...but it's still not getting things moving.

Your help is greatly appreciated!!!

Jammie

[daquix]

Re: Is a fiber supplement ok???

You could use the old "plunger" method ............ Just kidding of course. I believe it says in DANDR, to mix a tablespoon of psyllium husks with some water and drink. Not sure though.

Short answer. I'm not sure but for some reason, I think I remember Dr. Atkins advising mixing psyllium husks with water.

[jammiemarie24]

Re: Is a fiber supplement ok???

OMG IMAO @ "plunger method"

[Sera]

Re: Is a fiber supplement ok???

i take a fiber supplement, 100% psyllium husk as well.
1 tablespoon of it or some capsules, it shouldnt make much difference really but not the expert

[sadie147]

Re: Is a fiber supplement ok???

Yup psyllium suppliments are fine, but if you take them it's VERY important you get in all of your water, or the suppliments could actually make your problem worse.

[Bettestress]

Re: Is a fiber supplement ok???

Dr A actually has fiber supplement as a requirement along with the vitamins, to PREVENT constipation. I don't have that problem but I do try and have flax seed meal (1 TBS only during induction) daily, usually added to food, or "pancakes".

[emily79]

Re: Is a fiber supplement ok???

well i actually had to go to the doc for this embarassin lil problem , I inherited mine unfortunately... i have IBS, but doc put me on Miralax? Doesnt give you the runs at all, just makes ya HEALTHY, just a cap full in water..... but Ive heard the husks works for alot of others!!

[Maxine]

Re: Is a fiber supplement ok???

I take a fiber supplement as well. Anything to keep things regular.

[Mirya]

Re: Is a fiber supplement ok???

I take 2 TBLSP of ground flaxseed in 1-2 tblsp of creme with water and splenda. Its also a nice little filling dessert for me

[jammiemarie24]

Re: Is a fiber supplement ok???

Thanks so much for your help guys (: and I will also check into the flaxseed.