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Old Fri, Aug-03-01, 09:36
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Fibertabs, Fiber-ax ... etc ... there are others.

These are convenient indeed and easier to swallow than a glass of psyllium goop. But if memory serves correctly, the amount of fiber listed isn't per tablet, but rather per daily dose of 4 or 6 tablets.

1350mg + 450mg + 450mg = 2250mg, or 2.25 grams of fiber.

For the sake of comparison -

1/2 cup steamed broccoli = 2.5g fiber
8 medium spears asparagus = 2.4g fiber
1 Tbsp psyllium husks = 4g fiber

And Karen is right, fiber supplements should be taken at least one hour away from other supplements or medication, since the fiber might inhibit their absorption.

Doreen
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