Irritable Bowel Syndrome Message Boards | Question regarding soluble fiber supplements

In reading the IBS book and reading the website, I am not sure how to use the supplements. In one place it is said to take between 10 - 12 grams of fiber per day, then in another place it says 12 - 15. I don't know which is right or are they both right? Also, it is said to carry soluble fiber supplements with you in case you go out to eat unexpectedly or if it will be a long time between meals. Is this in addition to the 10 - 12/12 - 15 grams on a regular basis?

The Peppermint Capsules; are they to be taken everyday after meals, before meals or just when there might be a problem? And is the problem the type of meal that is eaten (high in fat and gas producing foods if unavoidable)?

I am really getting into the IBS "eating for a better life" (don't like the word DIET) and these are the questions I have had for a while. I figure this is the place to get them answered.

Thanks

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Laurie
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