Question:
Whats the word and experience out there with taking Metamucil?
Can we use Metamucil for some serious constipation issues? And are there any Iron supplements that WON'T contribute to the constipation problem? Is it a common thing to develop a lactose intolerance after a year? And more of an intolerance to fats and sugars that I was able to eat after 8 weeks out? — Ginger M. (posted on November 25, 2003)
November 24, 2003
I'm pre-op but was told NO to Metamucil. Benefiber is suppose to be safe
to use and doesn't have that "gritty" taste that Metamucil does.
Lactose intolerance can happen at any time whether you have had surgery or
not. Do you still have your gall bladder? IF yes, that may be what is
causing the lactose intolerance also. The gall bladder can also cause an
intolerance to fats too. Remember if you are lactose intolerant to be sure
to check ingredients for not only diary/milk but for derivatives such as
whey.
— [Deactivated Member]
November 24, 2003
I have been using Benefiber - it is easy to put into my protein shakes and
coffee. I didn't want to take Metamucil or Citrucel because I can't down a
whole glass at once - and I can't sip on it because it becomes thick.
— Laurie G.
November 24, 2003
Thanks, Mary. I had my gallbladder out at time of surgery. I was using
skim milk after surgery, switched back and forth to soy. Then after 11
months out, I am suspecting I have a lactose intolerance. I'm looking at
the Benefiber and the Metamucil and they seem to be very close in
similarity.
Does anyone have any idea as to the best iron to take for one who suffers
from big time constipation?
— Ginger M.
November 24, 2003
The only problem i see with the metemucial is that it thickens faster than
we can drink it. A lot of people take the benefiber. I don't think it
thickens.
— Delores S.
November 24, 2003
I have had severe problems with constipation. The best solution that I
have found was Colon Clenz. It is an herbal formula in capsule form - the
manufacturers say that it is safe to take daily. I couldn't handle the
metamucil or the benefibre - I didn't like the consistency of the drink and
it made me feel too full. Good luck
— Etta M.
November 25, 2003
I'm pre op, but have Fibromyalgia and a side effect is IBS- with diahrea
for over thirty years so I have to take something to help me with that.
I have been trying to stay with high protein foods, since last August as
I've decided to have wls , and I get constipated badly, have fissures now.
For years I used Metamucil and put up with the bloated, gasy results it
gave me. I was regular finally. But still almost home bound.
Then in this last year I tried Citracel, then Citracel Clear Mix. The
Citrcel was better than Metamucil, I had no bloating and gas with the
Citracel.
Then two months ago I started using Citracel Clear Mix and it is the best
of all worlds. No bloating and gas pains, worked like a charm, no vile side
effects.
Then last week I started Benefiber, I had read on OH members who had good
results with it. I have taken Benefiber, their recommended dose of 1 TBL. 3
times a day for over four days, I have had unbelieveable gas, bloating, and
I can't say the Benefiber results were good, I was very disappointed. And
yes it does thicken from the corn starch - check the label ingredients or
their web site.
I am going back to the Cetracil Clear Mix, it worked great with no ill side
effects. I'm taking a lot less with much better results.
I'm also researching the ingredients of Metamucil, Cetracil and Benefiber.
Different strokes for different folks.
Just my humble opinion.
— Carol S.
November 25, 2003
I was told that it would coagulate faster than we can drink it and get it
down where it would do some good. I've been using Benefiber quite well.
— Cathy S.
November 25, 2003
My doctor recommended Senokot or Benefiber, plus stool softeners. I'm
using the Benefiber twice a day, plus taking 2 stool softeners, and I still
have problems sometimes. I've seen a few posts about using Smooth Move
herbal tea. This is something I am considering trying. Sorry I can't
answer your other questions.
— Carlita
November 25, 2003
I've just started trying the Metamusil bisquits. They are quite good
(considering) and have been working.
— ethoms
November 25, 2003
I am 15 months out and have used Benifiber and one to two stool softeners
everyday for months now. It is the only thing that has helped me. I mix
it in my decaf Ice Tea. I like the fact that it hasn't any taste and it
mixes easily. Find what works for you. Apples are a great help also and
boy, are they good this year! Lap RNY 8-28-03 down 119 lbs. Best of Luck!
— Linda K.
November 25, 2003
Try eating 1/3 cup of a bran cereal with soy milk( i use regular milk) 2x's
a day. I did not poop for 8 days once. I used an enema and then started
eating this. I have been pooping great ever since. Constipation is the
pits. Drink one ounce of water for every pound you weigh also.
Veronica 289/191/? 7/1/03
P.S I am do not definetely know all the answers. The more I know, the more
I realize I don't know. Except, the manufacturers of all these
"diet" foods have all the money. Not me!!!!
— VERONICA B.
November 29, 2003
I had a constipation problem and my doctor prescribed Metamucil. I had no
problem with it and it worked great. I just had to drink it quick before it
thickened
— Denise H.
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