topic Re: Benefiber in Wellness

Benefiber

pattyc — Thu, 27 May 2021 17:01:46 GMT

Interested on any feedback, good or bad, on this product......thanks!

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SloopJohnB — Thu, 27 May 2021 17:08:18 GMT

@pattyc I believe it's similar to Metamucil, which is what I take and I do like it.

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SilleeMee — Thu, 27 May 2021 17:11:29 GMT

Benefiber didn't help me at all when I was constipated. I took it for several weeks with no improvement in my bowel movements. I finally gave that up and now I take pure psyllium husk powder which has made such a big difference for me. I won't go a day without psyllium. It's the active ingredient in Metamucil but without anything else like sugar and flavoring....100% psyllium and nothing else. I buy the NOW brand.

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SilleeMee — Thu, 27 May 2021 17:13:32 GMT

@SloopJohnB wrote:
@pattyc I believe it's similar to Metamucil, which is what I take and I do like it.

Benefiber's active ingredient is wheat dextrin. Metamucil's is psyllium. Big difference.

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pattyc — Thu, 27 May 2021 17:30:04 GMT

Thanks for your replies. So how about bloating, do metamucil and psyllium cause it?

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SloopJohnB — Thu, 27 May 2021 17:41:10 GMT

@pattyc I've been taking Metamucil literally daily since my doctor recommended it for me 21 years ago and I have had no problem with bloating, or anything for that matter.

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granddi — Thu, 27 May 2021 17:44:27 GMT

Isn't psyllium the gold standard for fiber?

Also what is you timing of taking fiber? Divided dosed? I understand that taking fiber with other meds or over the counter will interfer with the absorption of the others.

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JeanLouiseFinch — Thu, 27 May 2021 17:46:36 GMT

@pattyc wrote:
Thanks for your replies. So how about bloating, do metamucil and psyllium cause it?

Your gut pH could be off. Try taking some raw apple cider vinegar (not clear white vinegar) - 1 Tablespoon mixed in a a glass of warm water. It tastes bad so hold your breath and down it.

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LindaSCarolina — Thu, 27 May 2021 17:48:28 GMT

I've had colon cancer and my surgeon has me taking Benefiber twice a day. Works for me. Hubby also takes it once daily.

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SilleeMee — Thu, 27 May 2021 18:09:58 GMT

Benefiber (wheat dextrin) is a chemically processed product from starch whereas psyillium is an unprocessed natural whole fiber.

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4kitties — Thu, 27 May 2021 18:17:41 GMT

My doctor told me to take psyllium fiber. I looked at Metamucil, but it is filled with other "stuff" like citric acid, sugar or artificial colors and sweetners. I did not want any of that "stuff".

I found the Konsyl brand and it is just 100% psyllium fiber. I mix it in ice cold water and it it not too bad, taste wise. I always make sure to drink an adequate amount of water daily too.

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Catlady Nicole — Thu, 27 May 2021 18:25:12 GMT

Very informative thread! Where does a product like Citrucel fit in here? I did a little research on it, but what do you all think?

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SilleeMee — Thu, 27 May 2021 18:35:43 GMT

@Catlady Nicole wrote:
Very informative thread! Where does a product like Citrucel fit in here? I did a little research on it, but what do you all think?

Citrucel contains many artificial ingredients including artificial sweetener, color and flavor. The active ingredient is methycellulose which is another chemically processed product. I wouldn't take it myself.

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Shelbelle — Thu, 27 May 2021 20:33:34 GMT

I have been taking the Walmart equivalent to Benefiber for the last 11 years. This was on the advice of my gastro doc for added fiber in my diet. I dissolve 2 teaspooons in the morning in a glass of water. I cant swear what good it is doing me but I just continue to take it.

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AngelPuppy1 — Fri, 28 May 2021 11:08:40 GMT

I didn't care for it, didn't work for me and made my stomach very uncomfortable!!!

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JeanLouiseFinch — Fri, 28 May 2021 14:20:17 GMT

I’ve read that a morning glass of warm lemon water (juice of half a lemon and 8 oz. of warm water) is good for the digestive system as well as other things. Has anyone done this. I’m going to try it - started this morning.

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Catlady Nicole — Fri, 28 May 2021 14:44:06 GMT

Does anyone here use fiber supplement for IBS-D? I was diagnosed with IBS-D about 25 years ago and I'm a little ashamed to admit Citrucel was recommended to me by my Dr and I've been taking it since. It works so I didn't question it. I'm becoming more aware of what I put in my body, so this is on my radar now.

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tobes — Fri, 28 May 2021 19:58:56 GMT

@SloopJohnB https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AaAChZ2a_LI

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SloopJohnB — Fri, 28 May 2021 20:00:56 GMT

@tobes 🍞💖

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Renata22 — Sun, 30 May 2021 03:38:27 GMT

@JeanLouiseFinch How is it going? Did you start drinking the lemon water? What are the issues you are trying to help, if you don't mind me asking.