FIBER---Metamucil

iVillage Member
Registered: 03-14-2006
FIBER---Metamucil
3
Thu, 03-23-2006 - 9:08am

I was wondering if Metamucil is good to add to your diet?
I read in the book that it was okay to add before meals or something like that...
Can any one please give me some more info on it?

Also i pulled up some of the info off of there site...
thanks

As Dietary Fiber Supplements

Diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol that include 7 grams of soluble fiber per day from psyllium husk, as in Metamucil, may reduce the risk of heart disease by lowering cholesterol. One adult dose of Metamucil Powder has 2.4 grams of this soluble fiber.


Directions
Adults 12 years and older:

1 rounded TEASPOON in 8 oz of liquid 3 times daily.
Under 12 years of age:

Consult a doctor
See mixing directions.

NOTICE: Take this product with at least 8 oz (a full glass) of liquid. Taking without enough liquid may cause choking. Do not take if you have difficulty swallowing.


Smooth Texture Sugar Free Orange Flavor

Ingredients

Psyllium Husk, Maltodextrin, Citric Acid, Natural and Artificial Orange Flavor, Aspartame, FD&C Yellow No. 6



Smooth Texture Sugar Free Unflavored

Ingredients

Psyllium Husk, Maltodextrin, Citric Acid



As Fiber Therapy for Regularity

Metamucil Sugar Free Powders are effective in treating occasional constipation and restoring regularity.


Active Ingredient (in each TEASPOON)

Psyllium husk, approx. 3.4 g

Purpose

Fiber laxative


Warnings
Choking: Taking this product without adequate fluid may cause it to swell and block your throat or esophagus and may cause choking. Do not take this product if you have difficulty swallowing. If you experience chest pain, vomiting, or difficulty in swallowing or breathing after taking this product, seek immediate medical attention.

Allergy alert:
This product may cause allergic reaction in people sensitive to inhaled or ingested psyllium

Ask a doctor before use if you have

A sudden change in bowel habits persisting for 2 weeks

Abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting

Stop use and ask a doctor if

Constipation lasts more than 7 days

Rectal bleeding occurs
These may be signs of a serious condition.

Keep out of reach of children.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions
Put one dose into an empty glass. Mix this product (child or adult dose) with at least 8 oz (a full glass) of water or or other liquid. Taking this product without enough liquid may cause choking. See choking warning. Stir briskly and drink promptly. If mixture thickens, add more liquid and stir.

Adults 12 years and older: 1 rounded TEASPOON in 8 oz of liquid at the first sign of irregularity. Can be taken up to 3 times daily. Generally produces effect in 12 to 72 hours.

6-11 years: 1/2 adult dose in 8 oz. of liquid, up to 3 times daily.

Under 6 years: Consult a doctor.

Laxatives, including bulk fibers, may affect how well other medicines work. If you are taking a prescription medicine by mouth, take this product at least 2 hours before or 2 hours after the prescribed medicine. As your body adjusts to increased fiber intake, you may experience changes in bowel habits or minor bloating.

New Users:
Start with 1 dose per day; gradually increase to 3 doses per day as necessary.

Other Information

Each teaspoon contains: potassium 30 mg; sodium 5 mg

For Smooth Texture Sugar Free Orange Powder: PHENYLKETONURICS: CONTAINS PHENYLALANINE: 25 mg per teaspoon

Store at room temperature tightly closed to protect from humidity.

See bottom of bottle for expiration date.

Contains a 100% natural therapeutic fiber.

Inactive Ingredients
Smooth Texture Sugar Free Orange Flavor: Aspartame, Citric Acid, FD&C Yellow No. 6, Maltodextrin, Natural and Artificial Orange Flavor

Smooth Texture Sugar Free Unflavored: Citric Acid, Maltodextrin

iVillage Member
Registered: 04-01-2004
Thu, 03-23-2006 - 9:35am

Hi,


Here's everything you need to know about Metamucil:
http://messageboards.ivillage.com/iv-fbsouthbeach/?msg=15893.1


By the way, you can also use the search box above to find info.

Photobucket
iVillage Member
Registered: 10-12-2005
Thu, 03-23-2006 - 9:48am
I use benefiber instead of metamucil.
iVillage Member
Registered: 06-03-2003
Thu, 03-23-2006 - 7:02pm
I have heard of taking Benefiber instead too.

Photobucket