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Posted 2/27/2013 7:24 AM (GMT 0)

Hi

I have just started taking 1tbs a day of Psyllium Husk mixed with water..

I have read mixed reviews, so I seek your opinion.?  Is 1tbs a reasonable dose per day?

I read that Psyllium Husk is "shown to be as effective as the prescription drug mesalamine" in managing UC.  I also read it is good for regulating and cleaning the colon, to absorb water and reduce diarrear and urgency..

I also read that Psyllium Husk is NOT LEGAL on the SCD diet (which I am trying to follow)..

What are your views?

Posted 2/27/2013 8:19 AM (GMT 0)
It helps me. My MB's are more properly formed and it's not an effort to go, like it is when I don't use it. Been on it for years now. I don't take it during flares though, only when in remission.
Posted 2/27/2013 8:30 AM (GMT 0)
It's not in the same category as is Mesalamine to manage UC.

Which kind of psyllium are you using? flavoured?

Who cares if it's not "legal" on SCD...make a decision yourself of what you choose to take in. SCD is a diet with its own opinion.

I've used metamucil capsules for years and years....I take it with food to increase the fibre intake.

Yes, it's helped my digestive tract and colon to function better.

And I'll add that you should be using the Salofalk rectals as well.

Keep us posted how it's working for you.
q
Posted 2/27/2013 1:07 PM (GMT 0)
It's pysillium seed powered that is said to be as affective as mesalamine. I havnt used it yet as its hard to get in Australia. I'd like to try it
Posted 2/27/2013 1:10 PM (GMT 0)
Is the purpose of taking pysillium to form up stools do get rid of diarrhea? In other words, is there any benefit to taking pysillium if you have formed stools already?
Posted 2/27/2013 4:41 PM (GMT 0)
yes gary, its a mopper.. ie, it draws toxins to it. especially if you are doing any antibiotic therapies it's a good adjunct.
Posted 2/27/2013 6:55 PM (GMT 0)
~It exercises your digestive tract and colon
~It helps even out peristalsis/spasming/regulated bms
~It absorbs water that helps in bulking stool when one has diarrhea
~It can slow down peristalsis when one has diarrhea...basically helping proper peristalsis rather than spasming
~It softens stool...meaning it fluffs it up so that it doesn't become completely compacted.
~It's a sweeper, cleaner, etc that helps clear out invaders.
~It's a prebiotic to probiotics...good food for the good bacteria helping keep them the "leaders of the pack"..lol.

NO bad reasons for taking it.

q
Posted 2/28/2013 8:01 AM (GMT 0)
Thanks all for the responses. I definately feel better for taking it, so will continue. I experienced less gas and a more solid (but fluffy!) BM.

It is the natural Psyllium Husk I am taking. I add 1 tablespoon to water and take with my breakfast. You have to drink it fast as it turns to a gel very quickly. I get this product from my Pharmacy in Malaysia no problem. The product is from India..
Posted 2/28/2013 11:04 AM (GMT 0)
I worked in a nursing home for seven years and 99% of the residence used it.. Some as an after care from bowel cancer.. The studies I've read have been on the seed powder though? It helps relieve gas?? Omg I get terrible Wind in my upper abdomen
Posted 2/28/2013 11:05 AM (GMT 0)
I worked in a nursing home for seven years and 99% of the residence used it.. Some as an after care from bowel cancer.. The studies I've read have been on the seed powder though? It helps relieve gas?? Omg I get terrible Wind in my upper abdomen.. Can it also cause Gas??
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