Why You Should Be Careful With Psyllium Husk Fiber Supplement

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    Psyllium husk fiber supplement can be part of a healthy diet, but it must be taken correctly. It has been shown to lower cholesterol levels to an extent, but is best in combination with a proper diet. Always take care to mix psyllium husk with more than enough water. It can become thick and cause problems if it isn't.
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    Anaphylaxis following psyllium ingestion pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/6736485/
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  • @YabaiModding
    @YabaiModding 3 ปีที่แล้ว +906

    >Watches first part of the video
    >immediately drinks a glass of water

    • @Rashed1255
      @Rashed1255 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      >Reads comment
      >Looks at water bottle
      >Drinks said water

    • @shuu413
      @shuu413 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      >Reads 1st reply to comment
      >Goes to the kitchen to get a glass of water
      >Drinks said water

    • @sean269
      @sean269 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      >Reads comments
      >Eats silica gel

    • @smurgerburger
      @smurgerburger 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@sean269 hol up wait a minute somethin ain't right.

    • @UndyingZombie
      @UndyingZombie 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      >Reads comments
      >gets everyone's empty cups
      >refills them with "water" and gives the cups of "water" back.

  • @youtube-user1201
    @youtube-user1201 ปีที่แล้ว +832

    I've been taking psyllium husk in a smoothie every morning for 10 years with absolutely no problems. I had my gallbladder removed and My God I was never the same. My cholesterol even went up after the removal. I didn't want to take cholestrol meds so doctor said to try psyllium. I was so amazed at how much better I felt. I will never go without it. It dropped my cholestrol by 50 points and helps my husband with his blood sugar numbers. I no longer had bathroom problems because of my missing gallbladder. We only take it once a day, about 1 and a half teaspoons. No one is going to scare me out of it. It has changed my life. My doctor said you'd have to take a whole lot of it and not drink much for a blockage to occur.

    • @sdonna3882
      @sdonna3882 ปีที่แล้ว +98

      I am not surprised your cholestoral raised after the surgery one of the main activities of the gall is to break down cholestoral, i also take psyllium husk and it does wonders for me too i dont think he is saying that its bad tho just to be careful to not over do it with to little water, glad you got better!

    • @Mimi34521
      @Mimi34521 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Hi, may I know what brand you are using? I hope it will help my husband too. He had his gallbladder taken out a couple of years ago.

    • @sdonna3882
      @sdonna3882 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@Mimi34521 i STRONGLY recommend for your husband to read the amazing liver and gallbladder flush by andreas mortiz if he had his gallbladder removed read the book and you know why i recomend it everything you need to know and all the solution for any health problems is in this book

    • @sdonna3882
      @sdonna3882 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @@Mimi34521 and any brand works as long as it is one 100% pure psylliumhusk, you can read that on the ingredients most health stores have it

    • @Mimi34521
      @Mimi34521 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@sdonna3882 thank you for the info❤

  • @dshe8637
    @dshe8637 2 ปีที่แล้ว +328

    My mum died two months ago from a bowel obstruction (not supplement related).
    Look after your GI tract, folks. A healthy, plant-rich diet with sufficient water and steady exercise is so important.

    • @pixiepqueen
      @pixiepqueen ปีที่แล้ว +37

      Sorry for your loss 🌸

    • @ianp.7536
      @ianp.7536 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      My condolences

    • @goodboy6605
      @goodboy6605 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

      I hope she is in a better place and also god gives you strength , sorry for your loss

    • @ramseydoon8277
      @ramseydoon8277 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      I'm so sorry for your loss. I know it hardly gets easier to live with the loss as time goes on, but I hope that you are doing as well as can be. She may have passed on but her love for you is eternal.

    • @rainerrain9689
      @rainerrain9689 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      RIP to your Mom ......

  • @drewdreiling8823
    @drewdreiling8823 2 ปีที่แล้ว +657

    Psyllium is a literal life saver for many people. Just watch your dosage (usually not more than 5-10g per serving), drink plenty of water with it, and it won't hurt most to also take a probiotic (25-100B CFU) and magnesium (200-400mg at night) with it as well. These 3 supplements can make a world of difference

    • @robinlillian9471
      @robinlillian9471 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      Probiotics can make some people really sick. Not everything is for everybody.

    • @happyblt624
      @happyblt624 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      drink the magnesium with coffee (jk dont)

    • @schnitzel_crumbs
      @schnitzel_crumbs ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@happyblt624 I wonder if metamucil counteracts the mud butt by turning it into a consistent solid poo

    • @malloryknox6802
      @malloryknox6802 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      You're just repeating most of what he said in the video

    • @Mike-01234
      @Mike-01234 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      Video is so dumb who would take something and not follow the directions. This is like saying aspern is dangerous if you take entire bottle at one time instead of following the directions on the bottle.

  • @CarthagoMike
    @CarthagoMike 3 ปีที่แล้ว +162

    These times, I first watch the Heme reviews before watching the case on the main channel.
    I just love the way the secondary channel goes much more in-dept.

  • @edjj7218
    @edjj7218 3 ปีที่แล้ว +605

    I can't imagine anyone taking one whole pound of psyllium husk in one sitting. It's difficult enough trying to mix 1 teaspoon in a cup of water, not to mention it's super filling.

    • @rosieglows
      @rosieglows 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Right!?!? 🤮

    • @farshimelt
      @farshimelt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +39

      A pound of psyllium husk in one sitting would turn you into the equivalent of Lot's wife.

    • @ricesalad4298
      @ricesalad4298 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I think some idiot did that and had to have surgery.

    • @lkords2259
      @lkords2259 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Exactly

    • @anjaananjaan5107
      @anjaananjaan5107 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      one pound could kill you. Recommended dose is 5 to 10 gm.

  • @TheKill678
    @TheKill678 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +32

    I’ve suffered from IBS my whole life. Diarrhea 3-4 times a week. Taking this at night with some water has helped a ton

    • @saidibrahim5931
      @saidibrahim5931 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      How did you mix this supplement with water? 1 spoon for 1 glass or ?

    • @TheKill678
      @TheKill678 22 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@saidibrahim5931 I use it in pill form. I found it to be super hard to mix with water in powder form. Just make sure to drink a full glass of water with it

  • @daves.9479
    @daves.9479 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice job! 100% reliable info, and no BS. It's rare to find a health-related vid that isn't part quackery or misinformation, esp. in a vid involving the GIT.

  • @gregd5062
    @gregd5062 3 ปีที่แล้ว +220

    I've been taking this for 20 years and I do so to keep me regular. I have had zero problems with this but it does give you gas most times. I like the berry flavor and as a bonus, it makes you less hungry. I take it about an hour before going to bed and about 8 hours later I need to go. 65-year-old male.

    • @pandapower5902
      @pandapower5902 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      yeah its awesome

    • @tibingiwit4006
      @tibingiwit4006 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Do you take the psyllium every day, and how much do you take thanks

    • @kukunase1686
      @kukunase1686 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@tibingiwit4006 i used to take it twice a day i reduced it to once every 2 days.

    • @tibingiwit4006
      @tibingiwit4006 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@kukunase1686 thanks a lot

    • @rebellious_703
      @rebellious_703 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I know some taking it since 38 years. Drink lot water while taking it, No side effects.

  • @elenas3571
    @elenas3571 3 ปีที่แล้ว +377

    Tip for fiber supplements!
    When you mix the supplement with water you should be able to see your hand on the other side of the glass. If the mixture is opaque you didn’t add enough water!

    • @overlordborn6131
      @overlordborn6131 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      How to use it for constipation?

    • @j.c4007
      @j.c4007 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      @@overlordborn6131 juste wake up and drink a glass of gentle hot water, then put a soup spoon of psyllium husk in a glass + water : mix well and drink it, after drink an other glass of water. I Never had problem : i used to take it during 3 weeks, sometimes I always first drink hot water, then super actived charcoal, then psyllium. In fact, if constipation : drink water/ green tea ( sencha from Japan), and eat green végétables ( fibers).
      In France, we have natural psyllium ( not this strange orange color)

    • @dominiquealexandria5343
      @dominiquealexandria5343 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you!

    • @farshimelt
      @farshimelt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@overlordborn6131 Don't, change your diet and exercise daily. Eliminate constipating foods. You can find that out on the internet.

    • @Samuel-er6td
      @Samuel-er6td 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Half tablespoon of salt with 10oz of warm water. Then a black cup of coffee, followed by a nice walk around the block.
      If this don't work, you have problems.

  • @nothing5189
    @nothing5189 2 ปีที่แล้ว +619

    I've suffered from IBS since I was a teenager. It wasn't until my early 30's that a doctor turned me on to Psyllium and basically my IBS went away. I've found for myself I need to take twice the recommended dosage to have good results. I drink 16-24 oz of water with it. Been taking this dosage nightly for years without any problems. I still often go 3-4 days between bowel movements, but no more burning pain, cramps, and large amounts of mucus with my BMs.

    • @angelopockets6551
      @angelopockets6551 2 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      thank you for letting me know this cause I'm going through the same I've been taking the recommended dose once in awhile it's been a week but I'm taking it easy

    • @nervousallday
      @nervousallday 2 ปีที่แล้ว +50

      Me too. My IBS was so bad that I couldn't even drink a glass of water without bloating. It made eating miserable because I knew there would be hours of pain afterwards. I don't know where I heard of psyllium husk, but it changed my life. I take quite a bit, but I also drink a ton of water. Never had a problem with constipation. Just good results. And it is cheap.

    • @angelopockets6551
      @angelopockets6551 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      this is exactly the pains I was going through and I still haven't been diagnosed with ibs but I've always had these problems I'm gonnantry this and see if it helps thanks

    • @georgepalmer5851
      @georgepalmer5851 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      That's unfortunate, I understand that many have problems. I've been for 45 years twice before 11am

    • @talharasheed1959
      @talharasheed1959 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Can you tell me exactly how much of it did you take in how much water and at what time of the day? Will be very grateful

  • @janedoe-dy3rr
    @janedoe-dy3rr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Wow. Never would have thought of this being such an issue. My son has to take Miralax daily to keep things moving, but we tried lots of things prior to getting everything under control, including Metamucil. We were never given this much information on how important it is to mix with the proper amount of water, especially the "at first " part. Thankfully we never had any issues with it, but I can totally see myself not waiting long enough after mixing, to allow it to absorb all the water, and therefore possibly creating an issue. Very glad to have this information now. Thank you!

    • @pandapower5902
      @pandapower5902 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      you dont want to wait. you want to drink it right away. 1 tablespoon stirred into a FULL glass of water, and then you can quickly drink a water chaser right afterwards just in case. the more water it has the more it will have to absorb so it can move more easily through. you just want it to be fully and well diluted thats all.

    • @joltjolt5060
      @joltjolt5060 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Prune juice

    • @opo3628
      @opo3628 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Problems arise if you wait -- you *have* to drink the psyllium immediately after mixing thoroughly.

    • @kr23777
      @kr23777 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Psylium husk has no chemicals.

    • @new2newyork403
      @new2newyork403 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I have been on Miralax for the past 5 months. I am gonna try fiber from tomorrow. I hope it will help me come out of Miralax 😢

  • @ballboys607
    @ballboys607 3 ปีที่แล้ว +309

    Was this meant to be unlisted? I came here from the chubbyemu description
    E: nvm lol it's listed now

  • @aftertigers
    @aftertigers 3 ปีที่แล้ว +450

    hey heme review besties

  • @dogscratchedoor
    @dogscratchedoor 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I'm really glad you put this information out there for people to be forewarned.

  • @shirleytyree276
    @shirleytyree276 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    MAN this is just SUCH AN EXCELLENT VIDEO!! I already commented a day ago or so, to say so, but I've just watched it AGAIN, and it's just so very full of quality information and so VERY VERY WELL DONE!! Thank you so much! Just excellent demonstrations and excellent explanations!!

  • @ZomBeeNature
    @ZomBeeNature 3 ปีที่แล้ว +274

    That actually answered questions I have had about psyllium husk without actually using it. Showing what it turns into without enough water, and then explaining what happens when you try to add water later, was a great explanation in itself even before talking about it.

  • @jgig1329
    @jgig1329 3 ปีที่แล้ว +593

    Got an ad before this video claiming that people have 5-20lbs of “toxic poop” in their body, presumably to sell me some sort of “colon cleanse”. Pretty easy to see how people can end up making bad choices with fiber supplements when they’re so bombarded with bad advice and snake oil.

    • @revenevan11
      @revenevan11 3 ปีที่แล้ว +99

      Yeah horrible misinformation ads like that should be illegal (if they aren't already technically). I always report that ad on TH-cam as "inappropriate" every time I get it. It's a shame TH-cam doesn't have an option for dangerous/hateful misinformation in the "stop seeing this ad" menu. But for now I just report all those "health" ads that willingly peddle nonesense that they themselves know to be at *best* problematic outdated ideas which are often ineffective, harmful, or promote eating disorders.

    • @leilac37
      @leilac37 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Me too!

    • @faithnfire4769
      @faithnfire4769 3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      Whenever that ad comes up (bizarre that it's been multiple times at this point) I have to ask, what is toxic poop?
      I mean as compared to regular poop? Non-toxic poop? Can I start legally including this shit in human safe products? Like what the heck, I would say all poop is fairly toxic, that's why it's poop and not well.. anything else? Technically it may just be waste rather than toxic but still.
      Strange problem to have with a stupid "health" ad but for some reason that's what sticks with me. It just keeps making me think of Elmer's glue (non-toxic product) for some reason, and imagining non toxic poop in the next second. Arguhh Gonna have to join you on the reporting.

    • @markiangooley
      @markiangooley 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      I haven’t seen that ad, with that smug guy with a face that needs hitting, for a few days. I hope that TH-cam is refusing to run it.

    • @Fstop313
      @Fstop313 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      TH-cam has some shitty ads

  • @anakonda3035
    @anakonda3035 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Absolutely! Thank you for the clear and fun explanations. I do hope people watch and understand this. :) Also, intake of fiber, in general, requires more intake of fluids (mainly plain water) for it to work, to start with! Live healthy.

  • @pkre707
    @pkre707 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    I literally started watching this video in the middle of slurping down some poorly hydrated psyllium husk and wondering why my constipation has gotten worse since I started. You’re a bowel saver!

    • @c0348whn
      @c0348whn 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      How do you screw up that badly. Is your IQ your room temperature? Do you read instructions?

    • @jamessheppard4372
      @jamessheppard4372 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I know right. I don't understand how these people exist ​@@c0348whn

  • @mishmashmixofstuff
    @mishmashmixofstuff 3 ปีที่แล้ว +866

    As a person that gets constipated often, this video was one of the scariest things I've ever seen in my life. It also just gave my fear more information to feed itself with.

    • @ace.l.w
      @ace.l.w 3 ปีที่แล้ว +60

      Whatever you do, be careful with dulcolax as well as your body will adapt to it really fast. With my IBS, I found some really great help and meds from my GI doc. (Coffee actually REALLY helps my constipation, and caffeinated teas help a little as well)

    • @EroticOnion23
      @EroticOnion23 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@ace.l.w Isn't kefir good for IBS? 0.o

    • @unknown_truck
      @unknown_truck 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same

    • @sukie584
      @sukie584 3 ปีที่แล้ว +44

      Just drink a full glass of water when taking pure psyllium capsules, not loose psyllium. I only take two capsules ( 4 is recommended). And it has helped enormously for constipation.

    • @unknown_truck
      @unknown_truck 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@sukie584 I mixed physillium husk with water it didn't work for me
      I will try the capsules now

  • @dianeluke1746
    @dianeluke1746 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    I really like your second channel. The more in depth review appeals to my medical side, and although I’m not a medical professional, I do consider myself a professional patient (dx with SLE @ 16, now 46 and have had many issues), so I enjoy learning whenever I get the chance. Thank you for making the videos on both your channels, and take care of yourself and be well! 👍

  • @markeggleston5717
    @markeggleston5717 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your videos. So informative and you do a great job of explaining things. Great job!!!

  • @HallsteinI
    @HallsteinI ปีที่แล้ว +50

    I use psyllium fiber in my own bread as well as smoothies. When I first looked it up online almost every recipe warned readers NOT to overuse psyllium fiber and to use exact measurements because it's so potent. I didn't believe it until I saw it for myself when I accidentally added a little bit too much to my smoothie once and it turned into a solid block with the consistency of concrete.

    • @boggers
      @boggers ปีที่แล้ว +2

      How much psyllium would you use in your bread recipe? I ask because I followed a low carb flour-less dough recipe today for a pizza base, which had quite a lot of psyllium in it, and no water at all, so this video has me a bit worried, unless baking it in bread creates a whole other dynamic

    • @girlanonymous
      @girlanonymous 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      In your bread too? A bit overkill..be careful with this stuff!

    • @wolfferoni
      @wolfferoni 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@girlanonymous It's probably fine. Probably not overkill. The vast majority of the population don't eat the recommended daily intake of fiber. You can't use that much in food without adding a lot of liquid to compensate. That being said, don't increase fiber content all at once because it will likely cause GI discomfort since your body isn't used to it

    • @boggers
      @boggers 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@wolfferoni in my case with the low carb pizza dough it worked out just fine. the "dough" is made from 75% cheese, so a adding a whole bunch of fiber was probably a good call for digestion. The psyllium also holds it together nicely and gives it a more elastic quality, but after making the recipe a few times, I found that you don't need anywhere near the amount that the recipe asked for, I think they said 1/2 a cup, but a tablespoon is enough.

  • @ryanjackson3777
    @ryanjackson3777 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1759

    If I ate some silica gel packets, then wash it down with this, I will inherit God like powers!

    • @skaldlouiscyphre2453
      @skaldlouiscyphre2453 3 ปีที่แล้ว +141

      Pssh, I won't let the warning label industrial complex tell me what to eat. Silica gel and snowglobe goo for breakfast with a nice thick helping of metamucil jelly to sweeten it all up.

    • @LG-sq5xh
      @LG-sq5xh 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      better hide from big silica, or maybe they already got you...

    • @tactileslut
      @tactileslut 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      Tastes better than cement!

    • @urlocalperson2201
      @urlocalperson2201 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @@tactileslut A man/woman ate 2 liters of cement, this is what happened to their life

    • @lAMNOTGOOMBA
      @lAMNOTGOOMBA 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      If you look at the inactive ingredients at 3:09 it looks like silica is already an ingredient

  • @tadeeey4340
    @tadeeey4340 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2364

    why use fiber supplements, silica gel is better at absorbing water

    • @icii7379
      @icii7379 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Ikr

    • @slonkazoid
      @slonkazoid 3 ปีที่แล้ว +267

      might get you out of the simulation too

    • @deelee6786
      @deelee6786 3 ปีที่แล้ว +64

      Prune Juice man. Prune Juice. ;p;p

    • @mehregankbi
      @mehregankbi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @Nice Shot you mean dehydrated?

    • @kiwipics
      @kiwipics 3 ปีที่แล้ว +66

      Silica gel is poisonous..... that's why.

  • @gcj7771
    @gcj7771 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Dr, Benard for this very important information. Please continue with
    such medical tips,, and keep informing us how to stay safe in medical matters.

  • @peterschmidt1453
    @peterschmidt1453 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Been using psyllium for years, have not had any adverse symptoms. Glad I have seen this, i'll keep using psyllium as I have been

  • @giulianodenardi7654
    @giulianodenardi7654 3 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    I love your subtle sense of humor of giving a close up on the term silica in the bottle. The silica gel man joke continues...

  • @shellapoo7380
    @shellapoo7380 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    This is my first video on this channel, but I'm a huge fan of your other channel. Medicine has always interested me, and your case studies are fascinating! Keep them coming and thanks for such great content!

  • @genevievechoghari5987
    @genevievechoghari5987 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    WOW…That really is very important to know…especially for people with poop issues…I’ve had stomach issues all my life yet I’ve never had a doctor to explain this to me…He definitely has a new subscriber here…Thanks Doc…I will be listening..

  • @janedoe-dy3rr
    @janedoe-dy3rr ปีที่แล้ว

    This is really good, very important information. Thank you.

  • @AliArt
    @AliArt 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    I feel like I could heat a lecture from you all day long! It's all fast, clear and precise 10/10

  • @Master_Petes_Theater
    @Master_Petes_Theater 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Thank you for your efforts to post more in-depth case studies, Bernard. Most appreciated! Wishing you well, too! 👍🏻👏👏😊

  • @montanateri6889
    @montanateri6889 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    oh, two channels! You've made my day!

  • @blakerunyon8523
    @blakerunyon8523 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Right dosage everyone. Read the label, follow the instructions. Love the bit about adding more water afterwards and the problem with that. Super overlooked and more common than we think.

  • @mountainking1166
    @mountainking1166 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I'm loving these videos on both channels. Perfect thing to watch with my silica packet cereal.

  • @maryprantephd6736
    @maryprantephd6736 3 ปีที่แล้ว +200

    So glad you recovered well, Dr Bernard; it does give me heebies, to hear of these painful experiences. But, then again, for the things many of us get up to (me, too), it's a wonder any of us arrived at adulthood. Take care, be well!😄💖

    • @meridianp8031
      @meridianp8031 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      he made a full recovery B)

    • @royaldarkness8453
      @royaldarkness8453 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@meridianp8031 wait a second, is he one of the victim of use that filber suplements, or he is the guy who drin '2 lits of filber in one go' in that video ?

    • @latitude1904
      @latitude1904 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Lovely writer, you are. Truly enjoyed your comment

  • @PebbleBeachLife
    @PebbleBeachLife ปีที่แล้ว

    Damn, this answers a lot of my questions, thank you.

  • @mark91345
    @mark91345 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Excellent video. I have learned to be careful when taking Metamucil, which can be a godsend, but sometimes, but sometimes, I notice that some days, when I eat just a little bit, I feel so uncomfortably full, I think it might be the Metamucil, even though I always drink plenty of water with it (and plenty of water in general). I dehydrate quickly and I think that the Metamucil may require much more water than the 8 oz that's listed. Again, I'm guessing, but my body does what it does.

  • @pinschrunner
    @pinschrunner 3 ปีที่แล้ว +289

    This info should come as a video warning label on every bottle. Thanks @Heme. I never use this but vet recommended it for my pups when they have diarrhea. Thank God I put only a fraction in food with broth. It worked great that way

    • @oORiseAboveOo
      @oORiseAboveOo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      You can use pumpkin for that as well. Some of my cats will eat it straight from the can.

    • @pinschrunner
      @pinschrunner 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@oORiseAboveOo my pups get sweet potatoes and pumpkin on a regular basis. I was referring to dire cases

    • @Dutchess80
      @Dutchess80 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I was mixing a spoon of generic metamucil into 24oz of wet dog food for my dog but not adding enough water maybe? I think it made her ill...sweet potato mash is better, pumpkin mash not good for mini dogs.

    • @pinschrunner
      @pinschrunner 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Dutchess80 if you use pumpkin, use canned organic pumpkin or be sure to use a baking pumpkin from the store or garden, not a Halloween pumpkin. That is not an edible species, except for the seeds. If you use any kind of metamucil with a large dog for diarrhea, I would put no more than 1/2 tsp as a trial in 8-12oz of broth with Himalayan salt to replace electrolytes. Maybe try it when the dog isn't home beer duress. Use probiotics as well. I use those in whole, organic milk

    • @cellogirl11rw55
      @cellogirl11rw55 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@pinschrunner The downside about sweet potatoes and pumpkin is that they have a very high sugar and starch content.

  • @DrReginaldFinleySr
    @DrReginaldFinleySr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Intriguing. This begs the question on how many other of my favorite plant-based foods may be causing the same issue. I will definitely start picking up my water intake. Thanks doc.

  • @gv4189
    @gv4189 2 ปีที่แล้ว +133

    I added psyllium to my diet a week ago. 2 tablespoons to about 14 ounces of water a day. I have not experienced a lot of issues except some gas but it keeps me regular daily and I actually feel great again. My digestive issues have also improved compared to where I felt like the last 2 years. No more nausea or bloating or cramps. I will definitely keep it up. Its working for me.

    • @conniealldis
      @conniealldis ปีที่แล้ว

      Start making your own Kombucha, and making your own Kefir. It will put the good bacteria in your gut,

    • @cindys2995
      @cindys2995 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I would think that 2T of fiber would need more than just over 1.5c of water....

    • @tomacker5363
      @tomacker5363 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      2 tablespoons is way too much, 2-5 teaspoons is the max recommended.

    • @ladonyadelasierra4834
      @ladonyadelasierra4834 ปีที่แล้ว

      I just purchased some of this last night. I’m getting my money back

    • @dad691
      @dad691 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@ladonyadelasierra4834How paranoid are u buddy u prob don’t question any medication tho 😹

  • @jhors7777
    @jhors7777 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for posting this helpful video

  • @Spawnofktulu007
    @Spawnofktulu007 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Boy I’m glad I follow the directions as advised. Tablespoon to full glass of water. Just once a day.

    • @pandapower5902
      @pandapower5902 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      thats what i do too. people just got to read directions

  • @Pavel-yp2je
    @Pavel-yp2je 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I really enjoy the more detailed descriptions, thanks emu!

    • @baconeko
      @baconeko 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You've managed to single-handedly break my middle mouse so that when i try to hold it it doesn't scroll vertically anymore. I applaud your name xD

  • @MariaMendez-zp3pf
    @MariaMendez-zp3pf ปีที่แล้ว

    Very informative, THANK YOU!

  • @laskatz3626
    @laskatz3626 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for this important information.

  • @bcorp9275
    @bcorp9275 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Top Notch content Sir! Excellent. Thank YOU so MUCH for sharing this informative episode...

  • @proudchristian77
    @proudchristian77 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Tyvm for the valuable content of your videos, informing, & learned from ty .

  • @Pianoscript
    @Pianoscript 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I was planning a smoothie for tomorrow morning, trying my new psyllium husk powder. You gave me the idea of diluting it first in liquid and waiting to see if I don't end up with a heavy paste. Thanks. I'm new to smoothies so I'll do that with all powders in the future.

  • @hughc023
    @hughc023 ปีที่แล้ว +100

    Interesting . . .
    Back in the late 80's, I was diagnosed with diverticular disease, and was prescribed atropine to help with cramps I was getting. Not sure where I read it (before the internet), but I read that increasing your fibre intake, would help with the diverticular symptoms. To cut a long story short, I managed to find some unprocessed psyllium husks at a health food shop and decided to give it a try. Since then, and now some 30 years later, I have been taking approximately 30g of psyllium husks on a regular daily basis. Currently, I take it with about 300ml of full cream milk (+ 15g of whey protein), but in the past I've had it with V8 or with fruit juice. Since I started, the only times I had any diverticular problems, have been when I've run out and can't immediately get more. I guess that I've been mixing it with enough fluids, and drinking enough fluids during the day, as constipation has never been a problem, in fact, I am incredibly regular, and have 2 and sometimes 3 bowel movements a day . . .

    • @RocCityHebrew585
      @RocCityHebrew585 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I MUST try this.

    • @suloget
      @suloget ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Just curious, why the full cream milk?

    • @hughc023
      @hughc023 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@suloget Because it tastes good. Fruit or veg juice also works well, but I've been a cold milk addict all my life . . .

    • @thysonsacclaim
      @thysonsacclaim ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@hughc023 Love a cold glass of milk!

    • @johnnylawrence7232
      @johnnylawrence7232 ปีที่แล้ว

      I was also recently diagnosed with diverticular disease,... very painful when it flares up...... I had a bad flare up last month and still havent recovered despite 3 different course of antibiotics.... Not sure what to do about this.

  • @mamapoch1915
    @mamapoch1915 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I could binge watch your videos from either channel. And do. You are one interesting young man! This hits home with me because I have a huge problem with constipation (TMI?) but don't want to think I'm helping when what I'm doing is making it worse.

  • @tobyfriend5589
    @tobyfriend5589 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    This is spot on.
    I used to take metamucil and citrocel as I've always had issues with constipation.
    Over time my constipation got worse and at times I couldn't even go and had inpactions.
    I quit using.
    I now drink a large glass of prune juice and take stool softeners and works very well.

  • @ast-og-losta
    @ast-og-losta 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Well, I learned something today. Thank you for this video. I suspect I was heading for trouble and didn't know it.

  • @desireehuls8356
    @desireehuls8356 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very informative. Thank you so much for sharing.
    Glad I came across this video because I just about that purchase this fiber with psyllium husk, as it was an ingredient to a recipe I got from another channel.
    I will certainly be careful.

  • @Bladavia
    @Bladavia 3 ปีที่แล้ว +402

    When you already know what a bezoar is because of Harry Potter

    • @CobaltChono
      @CobaltChono 3 ปีที่แล้ว +39

      I learned it from Terraria

    • @maryprantephd6736
      @maryprantephd6736 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I learned it from House.

    • @carter5548
      @carter5548 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes!!!

    • @nytrix765
      @nytrix765 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CobaltChono same

    • @Emma-mi6qe
      @Emma-mi6qe 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@CobaltChono Me too, guess parents are wrong about video games

  • @ninjamaster3453
    @ninjamaster3453 3 ปีที่แล้ว +667

    It really is a life goal to have a satisfying bowel movement to start every day off.

    • @JefferyT1991
      @JefferyT1991 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Raisin Bran helps me poo daily

    • @CharalamposKoundourakis
      @CharalamposKoundourakis 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Coffee does not hat for me without fail.

    • @lenababyyy1482
      @lenababyyy1482 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      My metabolism is fast so I go 2x a day damn near 😭

    • @greenpizza2819
      @greenpizza2819 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@JefferyT1991 Prune juice helps me poo

    • @Esther-kn4ru
      @Esther-kn4ru 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@lenababyyy1482 have you ever considered to get a check up for celiac disease? I used to go 3 times a day. After I stopped eating gluten when I was diagnosed it became one time a day and sometimes not even every day🙏 I always thought it was because I had fast metabolism. But it turned out not to be.
      Gaining weight was necessary but really difficult. That's also improved a lot.

  • @bradfordeaton6558
    @bradfordeaton6558 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have been taking Psyllium for a while and it seems to help my digestion but I haven't been paying enough attention to drinking enough water with it when I take it. Thank you for the information, it's really pertinent to my situation.

  • @burger6178
    @burger6178 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I started taking this supplement a few days ago, I'll make sure I mix it properly from now on... Thank you!

  • @erihitsuki
    @erihitsuki 3 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    Not gonna lie, I used eat that fiber supplement, because it tastes and feel like orange jello. I am lucky nothing happened to me.

  • @Capyrate
    @Capyrate 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Thank you so much for your videos. Really enjoying how instructive and easy to understand they are, even for non-native speakers. 😊
    I was actually considering taking this supplement, but now I'm definitely going to be careful about it!

  • @rbond4633
    @rbond4633 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very helpful info ~ thank you!!

  • @robinsattahip2376
    @robinsattahip2376 ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad I watched this, the fact it's orange flavored and tastes good makes it easy to drink too much of it. THANK YOU

  • @garyhuntress6871
    @garyhuntress6871 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Excellent as usual!

  • @Male_Parent
    @Male_Parent 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    New Heme Review video woot woot!

  • @colincasey241
    @colincasey241 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    This is one step removed from fear mongering. The advice boils down to “take the product as directed.” Thank you

  • @culluts2755
    @culluts2755 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for the warning.

  • @ZombieBradow
    @ZombieBradow 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Absolutely wonderful. I'm a chemistry student and I'm considering med school eventually. Your videos are some of my favorites.

  • @WhatIveLearned
    @WhatIveLearned 3 ปีที่แล้ว +748

    Were the sandwiches any good?

  • @laurenlunchbox
    @laurenlunchbox 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much for this video I am definitely going to use more water.

  • @penzilt6090
    @penzilt6090 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you. Great information

  • @Mockturtlesoup1
    @Mockturtlesoup1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I remember when I was on methadone(and this very constipated) I started taking 3 or 4 tablets of this(or possible a different type of fiber, I can't remember.) However, I also would not drink enough water. Each morning on the way to work I would get horrible stomach pains(I assume from gas and/or trying to push along a slight blockage in my intestines) until I would finally be able to go to the bathroom at work. This went on for like 4 or 5 days before I realized what was causing it(at the time I was taking several prescription and OTC medications, including more than one laxative, stool softener, fiber supplement, etc., was changing what I was taking, or how much of it and when, so I didnt recognize and isolate the problem right away. Not to mention that I was used to having stomach pains due to being on methadone(and other prescription medications such as trazadone that can cause constipation.)
    Now I take 2 in the morning everyday with a lot of water, and sometimes two at night, and sometimes use colace(a stool softener.)

  • @ClubPenguinMaster88
    @ClubPenguinMaster88 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    My dad has used this stuff for years, and when I'm constipated I have, too. I think it does do a good job of making my stools more firm, "1-wipe-wonders". It's never been a bad thing for me.

  • @grecco_buckliano
    @grecco_buckliano ปีที่แล้ว

    THANK YOU MR. EMU

  • @mannshambles7006
    @mannshambles7006 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks. Metamucil was messing me up for years. Stopped it and now I'm doing much better.

  • @SwordsmanCaim
    @SwordsmanCaim 3 ปีที่แล้ว +71

    I take the capsules (one or two depending on the amount of fiber I'm getting during my meal). Thankfully I always read the instructions, but I'm glad you're making videos like this so people can learn not to just go crazy with this stuff. Good stuff man. Keep it up.

    • @shawnsg
      @shawnsg ปีที่แล้ว +5

      The video is idiotic. He used an entire pound. You'd literally need to take several thousands of pills in one sitting.

    • @walkhardwalk
      @walkhardwalk ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@shawnsg the video isn't idiotic, the person who took a lot is. this video educated me that you shouldn't go overboard with the supplement.

    • @vicentejamora1622
      @vicentejamora1622 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@shawnsg its not idiotic . Too much is not good !!

    • @AuntieFa
      @AuntieFa 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It was for demostration purposes to demonstrate how it congeals in the stomach. He's not suggesting that people take a pound of psyllium husk per serving.

  • @Grgrqr
    @Grgrqr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Let’s all get this channel to 2 million subs

  • @policani
    @policani ปีที่แล้ว

    Great information!! Had a chiropractor recommend that I take this product at more than the prescribed amount. Glad I stopped early.

  • @Miata822
    @Miata822 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good info. Thanks for posting.

  • @sasuxsakuxfan
    @sasuxsakuxfan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +77

    I was diagnosed with IBS as a child. Doctors made me drink miralax daily and it never seemed to do much. I tried fiber and felt more bloated too. But after seeing your video, I want to try fiber again. I think I was also putting too much psyllium in my water as well--although definitely not as much as CJ. Thanks for providing these videos. I'm a nursing student and can appreciate the science behind the methods we apply in school.

    • @markeuri
      @markeuri 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Your profile is sooooo handsome 😍👆

    • @afrog2666
      @afrog2666 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@markeuri awww

    • @llb6623
      @llb6623 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I just saw video and was reading comments and I also have ibs. I have heard beef bone broth is supposed to help heal the gut
      I’m going to give it a try. I have 1-2 metamucil crackers a day because the powder was just too much for me. I drink as much as I can before and after eating them
      Tummy tamers is a good source for information

    • @newtuber4freedom43
      @newtuber4freedom43 ปีที่แล้ว

      Miralax is not this product, it is polyethylene glycol. Safer, as long as you don't have an allergy or sensitivity to it. I get a rash now from it (took years tho). PolyEG: It's in the covid vaccines - nope, I can not do those. : (

    • @conniealldis
      @conniealldis ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Start making your own Kombucha, and making your own Kefir. When I did this my bloody IBS just went away, and I mean in one week it was gone! Spread the good word! MAke your Kefir with raw milk.

  • @roysreceptive
    @roysreceptive 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Usually, it’s 1tsp (5g) psyllium husk per 8oz of liquid. So for 78oz (2L) of water, the normal dose would be just over 9tsp/3Tlb/45g of psyllium husk fiber. That example added 1lb or 453g! That’s 10x the recommended dosage for that volume of water. A supplement that seems so innocuous becomes very harmful to the body. Thank you for pointing that out to people.

    • @Clammy69
      @Clammy69 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      From what I've read (including on packaing that psyllium husks and powder come is), 1 tablespoon of husks is 5g, and 1 tsp of powder is 5g.

  • @GrnXnham
    @GrnXnham ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I've taken Psyllium husk fiber for many years. I take double the recommended amount but only once per day. I have found that it is important to take it with a good sized meal where you drank lots of liquids with that meal. This helps to dilute it in your stomach and prevents it from causing backups. If used in this way, it has been amazing at helping my constipation.

    • @rihannaremy2513
      @rihannaremy2513 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same here. It's a awsome ingredient if used correctly.

    • @narutokun19
      @narutokun19 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Do you take it immediately before or after? I followed some advice to take it 30m after a meal not sure if that's ideal.

  • @darrellfort1668
    @darrellfort1668 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    thank u so much, this video really helped me sir

  • @John-kq6hw
    @John-kq6hw 3 ปีที่แล้ว +88

    Just read about colon cleanses and decided to have my colon removed because i didnt want something that toxic inside me

    • @reefprayerresin
      @reefprayerresin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      🤣

    • @lillacoix9808
      @lillacoix9808 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      💩💩👍😂😂

    • @bhh2100
      @bhh2100 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I didn’t wanna think anymore so I just cut my head off. It’s been great

    • @lillacoix9808
      @lillacoix9808 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@bhh2100 🤣🤣

    • @grmpEqweer
      @grmpEqweer 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@bhh2100
      No worries.

  • @laurareinaaaa
    @laurareinaaaa 3 ปีที่แล้ว +136

    Y’all I learned the hard way that I’m allergic to this stuff. All imma say is that if you think it feels bad going down, it feels twice as bad coming up while you’re wheezing for air. Anaphylaxis is no joke

    • @akdhdbhxhjksbsb9504
      @akdhdbhxhjksbsb9504 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Like now I feel sick from the food I ate Friday pickled fish and Saturday sister macaroni with chicken strips and now tumeric was too much in friends beef stew I feel vomiting

    • @wombat.6652
      @wombat.6652 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      *nods* Anaphylaxis totally sucks!!!! Yup that is an allergy not an intolerance which people often mistake.

    • @DakshBabbar
      @DakshBabbar 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Anaphylaxis, if not treated well with adrenaline, can cause unconsciousness and prove to be fatal. The allergic reactions are so intense that they occur within seconds after exposure to the irritant. Take care of yourself properly :)

    • @CelindaBelle
      @CelindaBelle 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      A lot of ppl are allergic apparently too! Also it's heavily pesticide!!!

    • @jackredman7200
      @jackredman7200 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CelindaBelle pooley bird was a recon ranger

  • @shirleytyree276
    @shirleytyree276 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    EXCELLENT VIDEO! Thank you!!

  • @peachsangria8704
    @peachsangria8704 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thank you so much for this information. I do take whole psyllium husk almost daily. the recommended amount is 2 tablespoons in at least 10 oz of water. I will be extremely cautious.

  • @melancholybobbyjoe
    @melancholybobbyjoe 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    I take low doses of psyllium because it helps with ibs so much. I have excess acid/bile production on top of no galbladder and this stuff is a miracle.

    • @Darsithis
      @Darsithis 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Also see about Cholestyramine. I, too, have IBS caused by excess bile. The fiber wafers make things more regular and the cholestyramine keep me from getting sick

    • @MrStevesbest
      @MrStevesbest 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I use it everyday as well it saved my life after having diverticulitis

    • @katyafan
      @katyafan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Same, helps my IBS a lot.

    • @Anon-zb5op
      @Anon-zb5op 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@MrStevesbest saaaame. Oh man it was a gamer changer. I went from 15 mins on the toilet to 30 seconds on the toilet.

  • @thonmoyrahman2270
    @thonmoyrahman2270 3 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    I know this channel doesn't get as many views as the main but please keep it going. I'm really interested in biology I love the additional depth.

  • @Sarah-kq3tr
    @Sarah-kq3tr ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, I take this stuff and I didn’t know how it really works.

  • @guynicholson6737
    @guynicholson6737 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I got this stuff stuck in my oesophagus, and was painful, so I am very wary of it. Thank you very much for the video

  • @yourgoodliness
    @yourgoodliness 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Really cool stuff! I never knew how fiber worked.
    Also, who else is watching this while eating? :)

  • @trapghanistan2647
    @trapghanistan2647 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    As a person with ibs-c, im going thru over a tub of psyllium husk a week (668g -1000g), didn't know that it could end it up this bad, great information im gonna definitely lower my intake and use other sources of fibre, thank you!

    • @bighands69
      @bighands69 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just make sure you mix it properly with water.

    • @trapghanistan2647
      @trapghanistan2647 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bighands69 nah bro my method of consumption is railing a fuck load of Metamucil

  • @eclipsekcb9201
    @eclipsekcb9201 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I get occasional small intestine blockages due to adhesions or constrictions relating to rectal cancer surgeries. I can vouch as to the pain of a blockage. One of the most miserable things I have ever experience was a nasal gastric tube for almost a week due to the last blockage and this is from a person who has been in serious car wrecks. You do not want a blockage, ever.

  • @katiejo1095
    @katiejo1095 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best video. Best info. U the MAN.....❤️

  • @charliepearce8767
    @charliepearce8767 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love it !
    Its the only thing that helps me go...

  • @Akotski-ys9rr
    @Akotski-ys9rr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Everytime you told me to check out this channel I was like “no it’s probably boring” but damn I was wrong

  • @patriciazoerner
    @patriciazoerner 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    A friend of mine in a nursing home was repeatedly given her fiber supplements with too little water with similar near life threatening consequences. Advocacy and careful monitoring by family or friends is so important for the safety of people in nursing homes.

  • @zone47
    @zone47 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great info! Thanks!! Subscribed!!!