Sat, Jan-03-04, 16:29
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Plan: Atkins
Stats: 235/135/135
BF:
Progress: 100%
Location: Brisbane, Australia
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Hi Brian,
I've never heard of psyllium choking anyone! I think it would be mighty difficult, if not impossible, to actually choke on the stuff. What does happen is that the psyllium swells and forms a gel once water is added. You'll see what I mean if you wait too long before drinking it. If you have it with insufficient water, it can increase constipation. Interestingly, psyllium is useful for both diarrhoea and constipation, because it softens and adds bulk. You need lots of water with it no matter the reason you're taking it.
So just add your tablespoon of the psyllium husks to a large glass of water (it will taste somewhat better if you add a squeeze of lemon juice) and drink it down. I generally follow it with another glass of water for good measure. Of course, as a good low carber you will be drinking lots of water anyway, right?
Cheers.
Rosebud
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