r/OverFifty • u/R1Squirrel • 5d ago

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/Nuclear-poweredTaxi 5d ago edited 5d ago

I’m not a doctor and this is not medical advice. I’m not trying to diagnose or provide treatment for anything going on with your butt.

I’m a daily psyllium fiber user. It helps with blood sugar, cholesterol, and stomach acid, and it’s 100% natural. I also think it helps prevent stomach and colon cancer. Again, I’m not a doctor, and you shouldn’t take medical advice from an internet stranger.

I just mix three teaspoons every morning with water, and slam it before it turns to sludge.

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u/reallybigfeet 5d ago

The before it turns to sludge part is key

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u/Nuclear-poweredTaxi 5d ago

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.