Is there such a thing as too much Psyllium?

I "needed" it, so I bought some and took two 500 mg capsules on Wednesday, two today and so far nothing.

Am I missing something? Just keep on keeping on? Can I take Psyllium EVERY day? Maybe I'll move to 3 caps a day like the bottle says I can.

I take my psyllium every day! It may take a few days for it to take effect, but it will, and you'll know it lol. Be sure to drink lots of water

I take 2 spoons in a large glass of water twice per day. If I don't do that even before I started atkins I would be in trouble!! I used to eat alot of bran cereal, and that helped keep me regular. BUt now that I started atkins and in induction I can't have the bran cereal so I take the husks in water. Don't worry about taking too much, just make sure YOU DRINK ALOT OF WATER.. or u may block yourself up ! be well

Piera

what is it?

Gail

The Psyllium Seed Husk Capsules (500 mg), the directions tell you to take it 3 times a day. Assuming what you are taking it for, I would follow the directions. I have only started using 2 days ago, starting the third day today. But nothing led me to believe that 3 times a day was to much. I think if it was to much, the signs would have be obvious. Anyway, to ease you mind, eventually it did do what it was suppose to do.

Gail

psyllium is a plant fiber that is sold in natural food stores. Its all fiber so you won't digest any calories from it. They use it to make metamucil too!! BUt its cheaper to buy it in bulk at the health food store. If you buy it loose in a bag you'll have to mix it with alot of water usually 1 tsp to 1 -2 glasses of water. then drink more water after you've taken the mix. YOU must drink alot of water. The husks absorb alot of water and u don't want it blocking your intestianl tract. You can also buy the husks in capsules but its way more expensive. Let me know what you think!!

Thank you for your replies!!

MaryToU, it work in those 2 days? Good. I'll give it some time before I worry!!

Again thank you all. I'll stick to the 3 a day and wait for the "magic" to happen.

Mac, what is it used for? I have a condition called nutcracker esophogus (sp) anyho I can't take metamucil becuase it could expand in my throat and choak me to death...but is this used for the same thing...? Are there other benefits?

Gail

GAil the husks are the same thing as Metamucil. Its not indicated for people that have your condition. So unfortunately you'll have to stay far away from it. It can cause what u described in individuals taht are suscetible. Stick with getting enough fiber from veggies, drinking a ton of water and eventually when your in OWL after induction try having the flax o meal hot cereal. Its loaded with flax fiber that won't harm you. Also whats worked for me is Salmon oil caps! Hope this helps

Piera

Too much psillium and too little water will just make a brick in your intestines. Use if only in small amounts; increasing if you feel the need. And increase water proportionally. I had to use psillium for a short time when I started Atkins, but the need quickly dimished. If you find yourself in need, consider also stool softener. It works quite well if you are drinking enough water.

Good Luck!