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Is inulin safe during pregnancy? i've been taking it in the form of metamucil (not the same as psyllium though). i've read that it's a vegetable fiber but just wanted to be sure it's safe. i'm in my 3rd trimester.

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Dr. Luis Villaplana answered

AS LONG AS IT IS: A non absorbable compund(which it is) and it is not used in excess, it should be fine.

Dr Pappas agreed

Answered 11/6/2016

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A member asked:

Is inulin safe during pregnancy? i've been taking it in the form of metamucil (not the same as psyllium though). i've read that it's a vegetable fiber but just wanted to be sure it's safe. i'm in my 3rd trimester.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Luis Villaplana answered

Dr Pappas agreed

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