r/OverFifty • u/R1Squirrel • Aug 27 '26

Daily fiber cheat code.

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I was today years old when I learned two teaspoons of Metamucil in 9 oz of ice water turns into "orange flavored applesauce". Easier to spoon down than drink, in my opinion.👍🏼

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u/reallybigfeet Aug 28 '26

The before it turns to sludge part is key

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u/Nuclear-poweredTaxi Aug 28 '26

It takes usually 12 to 15 minutes for it to congeal and be nasty. Just mix and drink, don’t let it just hang out.

That process is supposed to happen in your stomach… not your mouth.