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Metamucil Smooth Texture Orange, 114-Tablespoon Dose Bottle
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Product Description
Metamucil® is a natural fiber laxative/fiber supplement, available in sugar or sugar-free powder, wafers and capsules.Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #655 in Health and Beauty
- Size: 114-dose
- Brand: Metamucil
- Released on: 2008-02-04
- Ingredients: Each tablespoonful contains: Psyllium Husk (3.4 g).
- Number of items: 1
- Dimensions: 4.00" h x 5.00" w x 6.00" l, 2.00 pounds
Features
- A convenient way to add fiber to your diet
- Helps lower cholesterol
- One adult serving of Metamucil Powder has 2.4 grams of this soluble fiber
- Active ingredient Psyllium Husk
Editorial Reviews
From the Manufacturer
Mix Metamucil® Orange Smooth Texture powder into at least 8 ounces of water or your favorite beverage for a convenient way to add fiber to your diet and help lower cholesterol. * *Diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol that include 7 grams of soluble fiber per day from psyllium husk, as in Metamucil, may reduce the risk of heart disease by lowering cholesterol. One adult serving of Metamucil Powder has 2. 4 grams of this soluble fiber. Consult a doctor if you are considering use of this product as part of a cholesterol-lowering program.
Metamucil® is different than clear-mixing fiber supplements, because it has psyllium fiber.
We mixed both Metamucil and the leading clear-mixing fiber, containing wheat dextrin, with the recommended amounts of water. We then added cooking oil, dyed red, to both, to represent cholesterol. The psyllium fiber found in Metamucil gels and traps the oil like a sponge. The clear-mixing fiber does not. That's how Metamucil works in your body.
As the psyllium fiber enters your stomach, it forms a gel that traps and helps gently remove waste and some cholesterol. Clear-mixing fibers, like wheat dextrin, don't work like this.
Compare fibers today, and choose the fiber supplement that gels, traps, and removes—Metamucil.
It's different because it gels. It's Metamucil.
* Based on published clinical data as of August 2009.
** Benefiber is a registered trademark of Novartis. *** Diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol that include 7 grams of soluble fiber per day from psyllium husk may reduce the risk of heart disease by lowering cholesterol. One serving of Metamucil psyllium powder or capsules has at least 2.1 grams of this soluble fiber. Use as directed.
† Metamucil psyllium powder and capsules are indicated for treating occasional constipation and cholesterol lowering. Use as directed.
†† Based on Wolters Kluwer fiber supplement survey and Pharmacy Times 2009 survey.
Active Ingredient (in each TABLESPOON)
Psyllium Husk, Approximately 3.4 g
Inactive IngredientsCitric Acid, FD&C Yellow No. 6, Natural and Artificial Orange Flavor, Sucrose
• Each tablespoon contains: potassium 30 mg; sodium 5 mg.
• Store at room temperature tightly closed to protect from humidity.
• See bottom for expiration date.
• Contains 100 percent natural, therapeutic fiber
• 1 rounded TABLESPOON in 8 oz of liquid 3 times daily
Under 12 years of age:
• Consult a doctor.
NOTICE: Mix this product with at least 8 oz (a full glass) of liquid. Taking without enough liquid may cause choking. Do not take if you have difficulty swallowing.
Uses
• Effective in treating occasional constipation and restoring regularity
Put one dose into an empty glass. Mix this product (child or adult dose) with at least 8 ounces (a full glass) of water or other fluid. Taking this product without enough liquid may cause choking. See choking warning. Stir briskly and drink promptly.If mixture thickens, add more liquid and stir.
• Adults 12 years and older: 1 rounded TABLESPOON in 8 oz of liquid at the first sign of irregularity. Can be taken up to 3 times daily. Generally produces effect in 12 to 72 hours.
• 6-11 years: 1/2 adult dose in 8 oz of liquid, up to 3 times daily.
• Under 6 years: Consult a doctor.
Laxatives, including bulk fibers, may affect how wellother medicines work. If you are taking a prescription medicine by mouth, take this product at least 2 hours before or 2 hours after the prescribed medicine. As your body adjusts to increased fiber intake, you may experience changes in bowel habits or minor bloating.
New Users: Start with 1 dose per day; gradually increase to 3 doses per day as necessary.
Mix Metamucil® Orange Smooth Texture powder into at least 8 ounces of water or your favorite beverage for a convenient way to add fiber to your diet and help lower cholesterol. * *Diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol that include 7 grams of soluble fiber per day from psyllium husk, as in Metamucil, may reduce the risk of heart disease by lowering cholesterol. One adult serving of Metamucil Powder has 2. 4 grams of this soluble fiber. Consult a doctor if you are considering use of this product as part of a cholesterol-lowering program.
Nutritional Information
Diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol that include 7 grams of soluble fiber per day from psyllium husk, as in Metamucil, may reduce the risk of heart disease by lowering cholesterol. One adult serving of Metamucil Powder has 2.4 grams of this soluble fiber. Consult a doctor if you are considering use of this product as part of a cholesterol-lowering program.
How it Works
Metamucil® is different than clear-mixing fiber supplements, because it has psyllium fiber.
We mixed both Metamucil and the leading clear-mixing fiber, containing wheat dextrin, with the recommended amounts of water. We then added cooking oil, dyed red, to both, to represent cholesterol. The psyllium fiber found in Metamucil gels and traps the oil like a sponge. The clear-mixing fiber does not. That's how Metamucil works in your body.
As the psyllium fiber enters your stomach, it forms a gel that traps and helps gently remove waste and some cholesterol. Clear-mixing fibers, like wheat dextrin, don't work like this.
Compare fibers today, and choose the fiber supplement that gels, traps, and removes—Metamucil.
It's different because it gels. It's Metamucil.
Why Metamucil?
Not All Fibers Are Created Equal
Metamucil® is the only leading fiber supplement brand that contains 100% natural psyllium fiber, giving you an unmatched range of health benefits.* And as for those other leading fiber supplement brands, there’s no competition—only Metamucil has the power of psyllium fiber.
How Metamucil Works
Studies suggest that the psyllium in Metamucil works differently to give you multiple health benefits.- The psyllium fiber in Metamucil acts like a sponge.
- It absorbs some cholesterol.
- Then, it gently removes waste from your system.
Why Metamucil Is Better
When the psyllium fiber in Metamucil is compared to the wheat dextrin fiber in Benefiber**, it's easy to see—you get more health benefits with Metamucil.* Based on published clinical data as of August 2009.
** Benefiber is a registered trademark of Novartis. *** Diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol that include 7 grams of soluble fiber per day from psyllium husk may reduce the risk of heart disease by lowering cholesterol. One serving of Metamucil psyllium powder or capsules has at least 2.1 grams of this soluble fiber. Use as directed.
† Metamucil psyllium powder and capsules are indicated for treating occasional constipation and cholesterol lowering. Use as directed.
†† Based on Wolters Kluwer fiber supplement survey and Pharmacy Times 2009 survey.
Ingredients
Metamucil Orange Smooth Texture Ingredients
Sucrose, Psyllium Husk, Citric Acid, Natural and Artificial Orange Flavor, FD&C Yellow No. 6Active Ingredient (in each TABLESPOON)
Psyllium Husk, Approximately 3.4 g
Inactive IngredientsCitric Acid, FD&C Yellow No. 6, Natural and Artificial Orange Flavor, Sucrose
Metamucil Orange Smooth Texture Other Information
• Each tablespoon contains: potassium 30 mg; sodium 5 mg.
• Store at room temperature tightly closed to protect from humidity.
• See bottom for expiration date.
• Contains 100 percent natural, therapeutic fiber
Usage
Metamucil Orange Smooth Texture Fiber Supplement Directions
Adults 12 years and older:• 1 rounded TABLESPOON in 8 oz of liquid 3 times daily
Under 12 years of age:
• Consult a doctor.
NOTICE: Mix this product with at least 8 oz (a full glass) of liquid. Taking without enough liquid may cause choking. Do not take if you have difficulty swallowing.
Metamucil Orange Smooth Texture Fiber Therapy for Regularity Directions
Purpose • Fiber laxativeUses
• Effective in treating occasional constipation and restoring regularity
Put one dose into an empty glass. Mix this product (child or adult dose) with at least 8 ounces (a full glass) of water or other fluid. Taking this product without enough liquid may cause choking. See choking warning. Stir briskly and drink promptly.If mixture thickens, add more liquid and stir.
• Adults 12 years and older: 1 rounded TABLESPOON in 8 oz of liquid at the first sign of irregularity. Can be taken up to 3 times daily. Generally produces effect in 12 to 72 hours.
• 6-11 years: 1/2 adult dose in 8 oz of liquid, up to 3 times daily.
• Under 6 years: Consult a doctor.
Laxatives, including bulk fibers, may affect how wellother medicines work. If you are taking a prescription medicine by mouth, take this product at least 2 hours before or 2 hours after the prescribed medicine. As your body adjusts to increased fiber intake, you may experience changes in bowel habits or minor bloating.
New Users: Start with 1 dose per day; gradually increase to 3 doses per day as necessary.
Warnings
Choking: Taking this product without adequate fluid may cause it to swell and block your throat or esophagus and may cause choking. Do not take this product if you have difficulty swallowing. If you experience chest pain, vomiting, or difficulty in swallowing or breathing after taking this product, seek immediate medical attention.
Allergy alert:
This product may cause allergic reaction in people sensitive to inhaled or ingested psyllium.
Ask a doctor before use if you have:
• A sudden change in bowel habits persisting for 2 weeks
• Abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting
Stop use and ask a doctor if:
• Constipation lasts more than 7 days
• Rectal bleeding occurs
These may be signs of a serious condition.
Keep out of reach of children.In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Allergy alert:
This product may cause allergic reaction in people sensitive to inhaled or ingested psyllium.
Ask a doctor before use if you have:
• A sudden change in bowel habits persisting for 2 weeks
• Abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting
Stop use and ask a doctor if:
• Constipation lasts more than 7 days
• Rectal bleeding occurs
These may be signs of a serious condition.
Keep out of reach of children.In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Customer Reviews
Most helpful customer reviews18 of 18 people found the following review helpful.
Fiber: A Brief HistoryBy Robert I. Hedges
Everybody knows what Metamucil does. It has been on the market so long because it does it well. I take this product because my Doctor recommended it for good digestive and cardiac health. Some people (my Doctor included) feel that the benefits of a diet high in fiber, in this case psyllium, go beyond the GI tract and are beneficial to other physical systems. I have been taking this for several years (I take the capsules when I travel) with no side effects. Some people find the taste a bit objectionable, but I guess that I am just used to it by now.
Psyllium is used in Metamucil because of its very high mucilage content. Mucilage is the term used to describe a group of gelling agents made from plant fibers. Mucilage is made by grinding or milling the outer layer of the seed. Mucilage made from "Plantago" seeds is called psyllium husk. The mucilage from psyllium husk is a hydrophilic (water-loving), white, fibrous material. When water is absorbed (in this case in the intestines), the mucilaginous gel that forms increases in volume by more than a factor of ten, which, of course, is why it is extremely effective as a bulk laxative, as it is not digested by the small intestine. Because of this, psyllium mucilage serves to absorb excess water, while simultaneously stimulating gastrointestinal elimination.
As a socio-political aside, the United States is the world's largest psyllium importer, with the bulk (please pardon the pun) of imports for use in products such as Metamucil.
Now that you know all about the wonders of psyllium, you should know this: this is a very large container of psyllium. Very large. So large it does not fit in some cabinets, depending on shelf height. If you want to keep your Metamucil habit discreet, be forewarned that this is an extremely large container of fiber, and can be unwieldy to conceal.
Buying in bulk makes this a bargain!
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful.
Lower cholesterol while increasing fiberBy Toni
I started taking sugar free Metamucil in place of Benefiber in order to get the cholesterol reducing benefit that Benefiber reportedly does not have. The aspartame in the Metamucil gave me headaches, so I had to switch to the sugared variety. The down side to Metamucil is that it does get thick if you don't drink it quickly. I used to just add Benefiber to my coffee in the morning and it was tasteless, clear and did not get thick. Very painless way to get fiber. But I do find the Metamucil seems to give me a better benefit as far as bowel regularity than the Benefiber did. I don't like the sugar in it but there does not seem to be a better alternative for me right now.
Another reviewer commented on the large container being hard to fit in the cupboard and even harder to hide if you didn't want to advertise your health issues. Buying in bulk for the cost saving does have its down side. Anyway, I keep mine proudly displayed in the cupboard next to drinking glasses so I don't forget to take it. But it can just as easily be transferred a little at a time into a pretty jar or tin, and replenished as needed.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful.
What's your poop telling you?By CM
It's poop magic. Do you know what a ghost wipe is?? It's when you wipe, and the toilet paper is clean. Like you never wiped. That's how awesome this stuff is. When I don't take this stuff, it's like wiping peanut butter out of a shag carpet.
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