Why You Should Be Careful With Psyllium Husk Fiber Supplement

Psyllium husk fiber supplement can be part of a healthy diet, but it must be taken correctly. It has been shown to lower cholesterol levels to an extent, but is best in combination with a proper diet. Always take care to mix psyllium husk with more than enough water. It can become thick and cause problems if it isn't.

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[youtube-user]

I've been taking psyllium husk in a smoothie every morning for 10 years with absolutely no problems. I had my gallbladder removed and My God I was never the same. My cholesterol even went up after the removal. I didn't want to take cholestrol meds so doctor said to try psyllium. I was so amazed at how much better I felt. I will never go without it. It dropped my cholestrol by 50 points and helps my husband with his blood sugar numbers. I no longer had bathroom problems because of my missing gallbladder. We only take it once a day, about 1 and a half teaspoons. No one is going to scare me out of it. It has changed my life. My doctor said you'd have to take a whole lot of it and not drink much for a blockage to occur.

[dshe]

My mum died two months ago from a bowel obstruction (not supplement related).
Look after your GI tract, folks. A healthy, plant-rich diet with sufficient water and steady exercise is so important.

[TheKill]

I’ve suffered from IBS my whole life. Diarrhea 3-4 times a week. Taking this at night with some water has helped a ton

[drewdreiling]

Psyllium is a literal life saver for many people. Just watch your dosage (usually not more than 5-10g per serving), drink plenty of water with it, and it won't hurt most to also take a probiotic (25-100B CFU) and magnesium (200-400mg at night) with it as well. These 3 supplements can make a world of difference

[YabaiModding]

>Watches first part of the video
>immediately drinks a glass of water

[gregd]

I've been taking this for 20 years and I do so to keep me regular. I have had zero problems with this but it does give you gas most times. I like the berry flavor and as a bonus, it makes you less hungry. I take it about an hour before going to bed and about 8 hours later I need to go. 65-year-old male.

[pkre]

I literally started watching this video in the middle of slurping down some poorly hydrated psyllium husk and wondering why my constipation has gotten worse since I started. You’re a bowel saver!

[nothing]

I've suffered from IBS since I was a teenager. It wasn't until my early 30's that a doctor turned me on to Psyllium and basically my IBS went away. I've found for myself I need to take twice the recommended dosage to have good results. I drink 16-24 oz of water with it. Been taking this dosage nightly for years without any problems. I still often go 3-4 days between bowel movements, but no more burning pain, cramps, and large amounts of mucus with my BMs.

[elenas]

Tip for fiber supplements!
When you mix the supplement with water you should be able to see your hand on the other side of the glass. If the mixture is opaque you didn’t add enough water!

[edjj]

I can't imagine anyone taking one whole pound of psyllium husk in one sitting. It's difficult enough trying to mix 1 teaspoon in a cup of water, not to mention it's super filling.

[colincasey]

This is one step removed from fear mongering. The advice boils down to “take the product as directed.” Thank you

[HallsteinI]

I use psyllium fiber in my own bread as well as smoothies. When I first looked it up online almost every recipe warned readers NOT to overuse psyllium fiber and to use exact measurements because it's so potent. I didn't believe it until I saw it for myself when I accidentally added a little bit too much to my smoothie once and it turned into a solid block with the consistency of concrete.

[CarthagoMike]

These times, I first watch the Heme reviews before watching the case on the main channel.
I just love the way the secondary channel goes much more in-dept.

[mishmashmixofstuff]

As a person that gets constipated often, this video was one of the scariest things I've ever seen in my life. It also just gave my fear more information to feed itself with.

[gv]

I added psyllium to my diet a week ago. 2 tablespoons to about 14 ounces of water a day. I have not experienced a lot of issues except some gas but it keeps me regular daily and I actually feel great again. My digestive issues have also improved compared to where I felt like the last 2 years. No more nausea or bloating or cramps. I will definitely keep it up. Its working for me.

[janedoe-dyrr]

Wow. Never would have thought of this being such an issue. My son has to take Miralax daily to keep things moving, but we tried lots of things prior to getting everything under control, including Metamucil. We were never given this much information on how important it is to mix with the proper amount of water, especially the "at first " part. Thankfully we never had any issues with it, but I can totally see myself not waiting long enough after mixing, to allow it to absorb all the water, and therefore possibly creating an issue. Very glad to have this information now. Thank you!

[tadeeey]

why use fiber supplements, silica gel is better at absorbing water

[ZomBeeNature]

That actually answered questions I have had about psyllium husk without actually using it. Showing what it turns into without enough water, and then explaining what happens when you try to add water later, was a great explanation in itself even before talking about it.

[GrnXnham]

I've taken Psyllium husk fiber for many years. I take double the recommended amount but only once per day. I have found that it is important to take it with a good sized meal where you drank lots of liquids with that meal. This helps to dilute it in your stomach and prevents it from causing backups. If used in this way, it has been amazing at helping my constipation.

[norbertrossi]

I have been using psyllium supplement for a couple of years. I use half the dose in a glass of water every afternoon. It has made a huge difference in my digestive health. Before I was experiencing constipation, bloating and hemorrhoid issues. It is a life changer.