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A member asked:
How do you slowly increase fiber intake? last time i took a cup of psyillum powder daily, it didn't seem to make me go to the bathroom, it took laxatives to make me go, was i taking too much? it softened it, but didn't make me go more than usual?
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Overdose?: With most or all psyllium products (e.g. Metamucil), that's a huge overdose. Usually 1-2 teaspoons 1-3 times daily. See a doctor for in-person evaluation and advice.
Answered 1/27/2021
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