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Posted 5/10/2011 2:09 PM (GMT 0)
 Which fiber supplement would you guys reccomend?  I find that the psyillum (spelling) in Metamucil causes lots of gas.  I have lots of gas pain, plus alternating diarrhea and constipation.  I have always thought that fiber would cause diarrhea.
Posted 5/10/2011 6:43 PM (GMT 0)
anxious annie, 

I like metamucil the best, it will cause gas in the begining but if you start with a tsp and gradually increase the dose as your body adjusts.  I take it at bedtime so I dont have problems with gas.

There are different types of fiber and this one is very helpful with colon problems.  It makes the stool easier to pass, it helps to bulk things up and absorb the water in the colon.

I have tried benefibre and citrucelle but went back to the metamucil(with sugar) the sugar free one has aspartame and can cause diahrea.

Posted 5/11/2011 11:51 PM (GMT 0)
At my regular Gastroenterologists suggestion, I was using Metamucil and as long as you don't take it in large amounts at the beginning, it doesn't cause too many problems with gas. Now I am seeing a Colon/Rectal Specialist for a different issue, he recommends Citrucel, he says it doesn't cause gas like Metamucil does. Honestly, as long as you start slowly, I haven't had problems with either one.

Fiber supplements such as psyllium husk and such are useful for both diarrhea or constipation, as they will bulk up soft stool, it is not a bowel stimulant like Miralax. You just have to remember to drink lots of water, a cup of water after each dose of Metamucil or Citrucel, 64oz total if possible.
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