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#278405 - 08/15/06 12:09 PM
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dancer1
Reged: 08/14/06
Posts: 7
Loc: Orlando, FL
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i started taking this yesterday (cuz heather says to take it daily) but it is making me really gassy. (sorry this is really gross). is this normal? did this happen to others? will it go away once my body is use to having the benefiber everyday? it's just so icky. i want to make sure i'm not missing somthing. thanks!
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This is very typical when starting fiber therapy. It's really important to star slowly, only taking a little bit and then gradually working up to higher doses. You might try decreasing it for a few days, and when you feel ok, gradually start working up. It will get better. Try taking some beano, it may help. It may be uncomfortable at first, but your body should adjust and you should feel better in the long run. Hope this helps!
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Check the label. What is the active ingredient? I ask because they are changing from guar gum to wheat dextrin. I saw a bottle at Walgreen's the other day saying "New ingredient" and sure enough it was wheat dextrin. Most of us don't know how well that will work.
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Can you tell me what is the reccomended daily dose for Benefiber? I am D-predominant. I'm taking Fibercon, which works OK. Just wondering if Benefiber may work better.
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