2007-01-15 07:53:32 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Alternative Medicine
Metamucil is a bulk-producing laxative and fiber supplement.The active ingredient is Psyllium seed husks.
What It Does -
When mixed with water, the fibrous husks of psyllium seeds form a gel-like mass that absorbs excess water from the intestines and creates larger, softer stools. Psyllium helps to lower cholesterol by binding to cholesterol-rich bile in the digestive tract, causing the body to draw cholesterol from the bloodstream. As an inexpensive source of soluble fiber (the kind of fiber that blends with water), it's particularly suitable for those people who don't eat enough fiber-rich foods, such as whole grains (oats are particularly rich in soluble fiber), beans, fruits, and vegetables
Always take psyllium with plenty of liquid. Without lots of fluid, it is possible to develop an intestinal blockage, causing severe, painful constipation.
Some people are allergic to psyllium. Reactions are often quick, marked by a rash, itching, and in severe cases, difficulty breathing or swallowing. Get immediate medical help.
Psyllium should not be taken within two hours of taking any medication, as it may delay absorption.
Psyllium may make the antibiotics doxycycline, minocycline, and tetracycline less effective; check with your doctor.
How to Take It
Dosage: The usual dosage is 1 to 3 tablespoons (or up to 10 grams) two or three times a day. Some formulas are more concentrated, so check labels. Don't exceed 30 grams a day.
2007-01-16 07:45:09 · answer #1 · answered by Goldista 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How Does Metamucil Work
2016-10-03 08:02:09 · answer #2 · answered by pozzi 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is made from psyllium husks, a mucilaginous fiber that absorbs a lot of water and adds bulk to your stool & stimulates movement. It is not a laxative but can help keep bowel movements regular. Some people have trouble with it giving them intestinal gas. They do better with other types of fiber. One product I like is Renew Life's Fiber Smart that contains Guar & Flax instead of Psyllium. If you're interested, here's a link to tell more about it: http://www.renewlife.com/flowmeter.cfm?meter=368
Fiber is also known to help lower high cholesterol.
2007-01-15 08:27:40 · answer #3 · answered by Janet S 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Fibre. Creates bulk in you tummy. Harmless.
Try fresh vegetables.
2007-01-16 10:10:34 · answer #4 · answered by Pacifica 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's very much like a detox except it uses elements of fibre and other 'laxatives' to help your excesses fully exit from your body, providing that sense of well-being of 'lightness' and 'invigoration'.
2007-01-15 11:26:33 · answer #5 · answered by Jo A 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
it helps add fiber to your diet and digestive system works well and it comes in a pill you can take now!!!
2007-01-15 08:12:36 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋