Help, Im taking lots of psyllium but I still have a problem with constipation. What should I do?
Unfortunately, although fiber supplements are often called “bulk-forming laxatives,” they are laxatives only in the broadest use of the term. While they help prevent problems by giving your body something to work on, they not only don’t cure constipation once it has occurred, they can sometimes make it worse. First you have to solve the problem (consult your doctor or pharmacist for a real laxative or increase your water and Vitamin C), and then use fiber to prevent reoccurrence. Furthermore, although psyllium is readily available and mostly soluble fiber, it is not fermentable. In other words, it doesn’t do much for your microflora. You probably need to add some fermentable fiber to prevent further problems.
