Question 1

can fibers like psyllium be helpful in addrsing slow bowel movement problem where food stays in stomach for long time resulting in acid reflux symptms?

Accepted Answer

Fiber: Fiber products like psyllium provide bulk for good bowel movements but, in my opinion, do not promote better gastric emptying in those patients who have gastroparesis or very slow emptying of stomach contents. There are other medications that do such as reglan or erythromycin. A gastroenterologist is best qualified to advise and treat you.

Question 2

been eating vry little last 3 days as a side effect of starting zoloft (sertraline). taking psyllium w/cal supp.5 tabs 2xday.  not pooping much & not bulky. am i constipated again or is it bc of little food intake?

Accepted Answer

Please Drink Water: It is most likely not eating enough. That is quite a large amount of fiber. I would hope you have drunk one to two liters of water to flush that through.

Question 3

where can i buy psyllium seed husks or powder?

Accepted Answer

Psyllium: can be found in a number of products at drug and grocery stores.

Question 4

how safe is organic whole husk psyllium? whats the difference btn whole and powder form?

Accepted Answer

Size of particle: An organic product is an unregulated food supplement.  The difference between whole and powder form is how the product is compounded. Powder form is smaller granules.

Question 5

how soon after diverticulitis attack can you take psyllium husk powder?

Accepted Answer

I generally: Treat acute diverticulitis with 2 weeks of antibiotics and to stay on a no to low fiber diet for 6 weeks from diagnosis. I do not recommend starting psyllium before the 6 weeks have elapsed and you are symptom free as you risk a more severe recurrence during those 6 weeks with possible complication of perforation, abscess or fistula development, all of which are emergencies.

Question 6

what is the problem if one need to take 1 large tee spoon (in water) of psyllium husk powder (natures choise) every 2nd day to stop diarree?

Accepted Answer

Psyllium husk: Psyllium is a soluble fiber. It absorbs water in intestine and adds bulk to the stool.  
Effective in softening the consistency of stool with a minimum of adverse effects. 
Psyllium helps with symptoms of Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) which can cause diarrhea/constipation/gas/bloating. 
Screening Colonoscopy at age 50 is recommended to screen for Colon cancer. 
Consult Doc if Chronic diarrhea.

Question 7

i'm taking powdered slippery elm bark for my diverticulosis. i'm wondering if it has enough soluble fiber so that i don't need psyllium husk too?

Accepted Answer

??trees: Wht not try bran, oats, oatmeal, fresh fruits and vegetables? Pwodered fuber like metamucil is available all over.

Question 8

i accidentally took 2 tablespoons of psyllium powder instead of two teaspoons. i've had 2 days of bloating. will it go away of its own accord?

Accepted Answer

Yes: that is not unusual if a person ingests a lot more fiber than usual all at once. This is why when we advocate increasing fiber that we recommend that people start slowly and build it up. There is much less bloating and gas if you follow that schedule.  When your stools are back to normal, start adding in a small amount of fiber each day, and then gradually build it up. Good luck.

Question 9

psyllium husk powder (vitamin shoppe) safe during pregnancy?  how many times in a day may i use this product? how many times a week?

Accepted Answer

Yes, definitely: Psyllium powder is definitely safe in pregnancy.  It is not absorbed by your body, but rather pulls water into the intestine.  You could use the product every day, even twice a day.  Another great medication that functions in he exact same way (but tastes better) is miralax, (polyethylene glycol) or generic equivalent.  Same idea, not absorbed, can take 1-2 times a day.  Remember to drink lots of water too!

Question 10

is it better to stick to either aloe vera or psyllium husk powder for daily bowel regularity, or can you find a balance between the two?

Accepted Answer

Your Choice: There is no 'better' or 'worse' when it comes to these common products. It is your choice.

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Can fibers like psyllium be helpful in addrsing slow bowel movement problem where food stays in stomach for long time resulting in acid reflux symptms?

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Been eating vry little last 3 days as a side effect of starting zoloft (sertraline). taking psyllium w/cal supp.5 tabs 2xday. not pooping much & not bulky. am i constipated again or is it bc of little food intake?

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Where can i buy psyllium seed husks or powder?

A member asked:

How safe is organic whole husk psyllium? whats the difference btn whole and powder form?

A member asked:

How soon after diverticulitis attack can you take psyllium husk powder?

A member asked:

What is the problem if one need to take 1 large tee spoon (in water) of psyllium husk powder (natures choise) every 2nd day to stop diarree?

A member asked:

I'm taking powdered slippery elm bark for my diverticulosis. i'm wondering if it has enough soluble fiber so that i don't need psyllium husk too?

A member asked:

I accidentally took 2 tablespoons of psyllium powder instead of two teaspoons. i've had 2 days of bloating. will it go away of its own accord?

A member asked:

Psyllium husk powder (vitamin shoppe) safe during pregnancy? how many times in a day may i use this product? how many times a week?

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Is it better to stick to either aloe vera or psyllium husk powder for daily bowel regularity, or can you find a balance between the two?

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