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I'm taking metamucil (psyllium fiber) for regularity - how much is the maximum one can take per day?
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2 scoops with 64 oz: WATER. Metamucil is not absorbed in the body but it adsorbs water and forms bulk in your Large Intestine. So you need to drink water- lots of water other wise you can very Hard stool
Answered 12/6/2020
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