Psyllium Husk.....?
JSaus13
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I've been using psyllium husk as an added fiber supplement for about three weeks. Has anyone else used this and if so, have they had super stomach cramps??
I really would like extra fiber in my diet, but this is seriously killing me. ACK!
I really would like extra fiber in my diet, but this is seriously killing me. ACK!
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Used it just the once, I used to work for a company that packaged it for resale in health food stores - never again! Felt like I was passing a bowling ball through my digestive tract
You might want to try taking smaller amounts and with a heck of a lot more water than you might think. Psyllium husk is so hydrophilic it's unreal and a little goes a very long way.
That being said I find that plenty of fibrous fruit and veg is a much more enjoyable way to increase fibre intake - though potentially at other people's expense2 -
Used it just the once, I used to work for a company that packaged it for resale in health food stores - never again! Felt like I was passing a bowling ball through my digestive tract
You might want to try taking smaller amounts and with a heck of a lot more water than you might think. Psyllium husk is so hydrophilic it's unreal and a little goes a very long way.
That being said I find that plenty of fibrous fruit and veg is a much more enjoyable way to increase fibre intake - though potentially at other people's expense
I really thought I was doing a good thing by taking it. Then for a few nights (it always hits me when I'm trying to sleep), I'm laying there DYING! UGH! Oh well, it's not like I haven't wasted money before.
I already eat many veggies. Fruits are my problem. I don't really care for sweet.0 -
Beans have lots of fiber: edamame, pinto, kidney and so on. Also green peas. It is o.k. not to eat fruit.
Get enough fats and oils. They help your digestive system move things a long.2 -
Beans have lots of fiber: edamame, pinto, kidney and so on. Also green peas. It is o.k. not to eat fruit.
Get enough fats and oils. They help your digestive system move things a long.
Thank you for the info. I just tried edamame for the first time a few weeks ago. I really like it! And for the other beans, I like those too. I guess I will have incorporate more beans (and peas) into my future.
LOL! Watch out!0 -
Used psyllium husks in pancake recipes and things like that to have some added fiber. Like you I had stomach cramps. I switched to "Sugar Free Fiber Gummies" from Walmart, have been having much better success. It doesnt hurt my stomach at all. Highly recommend!2
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I get 25 g of fiber from my breakfast. More if I add chia seeds. I eat black beans, corn, tomatoes, and a cup of lentils/split peas. I spice it how I like it. Legumes, fruit and whole grains are going to give you alot of fiber, plus lots of other important antioxidants and nutrients. If you can figure out a way to eat more, that would be better then adding anything extra.2
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Do you track fiber in our diary? With psyllium husk (or any fiber), it has to be added gradually or cramps will be an issue, Also, make sure you eat enough fats. I make sure to have at least 50g per day.1
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I drink a lot of protein supplements and use psyllium to prevent the runs. Works fine for me.
Just don't use too much at one time (a tsp is all you need) and drink lots of water/fluids when you do. I can do this 2-3 times a day w/o problems.1 -
I use it pretty much daily, helps my IBS. But you have to ease into it for sure.1
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I have 20g psyllium husk everyday without any problems. How much are you taking?0
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I was taking two capsules (I'm not exactly sure how many grams that was). It was the recommended dose on the bottle. Either way, I stopped taking it and I will find other ways to get more fiber. You guys have given great help, thank you so much!!0
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Try chicory inulin. One brand is Metamucil Fibersure. It is tasteless, odourless, clear mixing fibre that you can add to any food or drink. It is soluble fiber. Wheat dextrin (Benefiber) is a similar product.1
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maceopavia233 wrote: »Try chicory inulin. One brand is Metamucil Fibersure. It is tasteless, odourless, clear mixing fibre that you can add to any food or drink. It is soluble fiber. Wheat dextrin (Benefiber) is a similar product.
Thank you!!0 -
cerise_noir wrote: »Do you track fiber in our diary? With psyllium husk (or any fiber), it has to be added gradually or cramps will be an issue, Also, make sure you eat enough fats. I make sure to have at least 50g per day.
I do track my diary and it just really seems that my fiber is low.0
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