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Life changing!

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I've had IBS my whole life - debilitating cramps as far back as I can remember, constipation alternating with uncontrolled diarrhea.

Doctors couldn't come up with anything that helped, so I lived with it for decades without seeing a doctor again. 30+ years after I'd last seen a doctor, I had such an awful, embarassing experience that I thought I'd try again.

The doctor prescribed Metamucil original coarse. It was literally life changing! I take two teaspoons every morning after breakfast and another two before bed. I can eat anything - spicy, high fiber, you name it - with no problems.

Metamucil is a miracle cure!



Purchased in September 2021.

Effective Within A week

Susan Cameron

Susan CameronSydney, NSW

Best product I have tried

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In August 2018 I had a bad accident in my home and suffered 3 broken ribs.
I was prescribed morphine for the pain but this caused severe diarrhoea which I had to deal with 24/7.
I had medical tests which revealed I had Collagenous Colitis. I was prescribed various products by my medical practitioners but still my condition continued. Not giving up I googled my embarassing condition and noted your product was recommended-so why not give it a go?.
Now after 11 months of severe discomfort and embarassing moments Metamucil powder has turned my life around. Just a simple dose each morning and my loose stools have changed to solid stools.
I cannot thank you guys enough for your amazing product

Purchased in July 2021 at Narraweena Pharmacy for $20.00.



Effective Within A month
Irina

IrinaMetropolitan Adelaide, SA

  • 2 reviews

Dont use!

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I bought meta mucil! Very strong Orange taste. After one week used this product my chest became covered by rash. If you get sensitive skin then DO NOT drink it! I threw out !

Purchased in July 2021 at Chemist Warehouse for $10.00.

Effective Within Did not work
azreal

azrealSydney, NSW

  • 3 reviews

Contains Aspartame or causes cancer!

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Buyer beware. Don't be fooled by Metamucil being a sugar free fibre booster. Fact is that it is sweet and sugar free because of aspartame which has been proven to cause brain tumours. Try a plain husk instead.


L.A.B

L.A.BMelbourne

  • 25 reviews

Lifesaver during pregnancy!

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During my pregnancy I have had constipation off and on. My diet has been pretty normal and being able to use the loo only once every few days was taking its toll so I decided to try Metamucil, what a relief when I did! I now take it once a day and I have been able to keep my bowel movements regular. Absolutely a must have, especially during third trimester and even not being pregnant with the struggle to go.


I have found that Metamucil and Benefibre are not usable for me personally...

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Aidan76

Aidan76AU

  • 6 reviews

Good for Gut;Good for Me

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I've only just realised that my own biology could have been making Metamucil somewhat useless, so this an amended review. For years I've been taking Metamucil (smooth), two teaspoons in 125 ml water, once a day just before eating. It does the (Lavatory) job very well at least 90% of the time, that's got to be a good thing, and as far as I can tell it also aids in promoting healthy gut conditions. I can recommend it and I've given it 4 Stars : Go Meta.


Frogglin

FrogglinGreater Melbourne (Outer), VIC

  • 8 reviews
  • 1 like

Overpriced and oversweet

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may lam

may lamSydney

  • 4 reviews
  • 1 like

Metamucil Powders

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Very good in absorbing fat from the foold, drinking it half an hour before meal, not even make me feeling a bit full so I don't feel like very hungry but also good for my bowl movement as I have been open my bowl every single day

Helps but it’s disgusting!

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I think it has been helping however it is disgusting, thick & gluggy & difficult to swallow. Can’t mix it in a cup of tea as it turns to jelly. ‘Orange’ flavour description is misleading - if it wasn’t so expensive I’d have thrown it out already. Going to try Beneful next time - it claims to be tasteless & you can mix it with food etc.


CaroS

CaroSBrisbane

  • 9 reviews

Sugar infested product

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I can't believe I spent over $18 for what is effectively half a tub of sugar. They don't make it obvious on the packaging either. The product promises 100% Natural Psyllium and the nutritional info doesn't even mention carbs.

Like others have mentioned before, save money and get a genuine Natural Psyllium!


Mala

MalaBray Park

The truth about Metamucil

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Here are the FACTS:Metamucil contains 51% SUGAR, 49% psyllium husk.For an 80% saving just buy the psyllium husks folks! The taste is nutty and goes down easy.How this is termed a health product is beyond me.


Geoffrey Boxer

Geoffrey BoxerSouth East Queensland, QLD

  • 17 reviews
  • 11 likes

Saved me from the surgeon's knife

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Just about to have an operation because of on going bowel problems; constipation is etc. Tried colonic irrigation and a host of other cures but, for some reason never tried Metamucil apart from the granular version which I didn't like and someone had told me it made the condition worse. Eventually after seeing their adverts tried Metamucil again, the non granular version, and it has cured me 100%.


TheChemKid

TheChemKidGeraldton

  • 3 reviews

If you're on Opiate Pain Medication, DO NOT USE

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Cheng

ChengGreater Melbourne (Outer), VIC

  • 7 reviews
  • 4 likes

Aspartame

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I have used this a few times and despite its claim to be a healthy product it is very sweet. it caused bloating. I didn't find any improvement. Aspartame is one of its ingredients and I am not going to be using the product anymore. There are other more natural options.

Game changer

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Been using Psyllium for years. Fixes symptoms of diverticular disease. I prefer as natural as possible. Flavour can be added to taste. Capsules are so convenient. The real game changer.


Bev G

Bev G

  • 3 reviews
  • 4 likes

Side effects

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After using the powder for a month i found that the pysllium husks caused a lot of gastric issues.Even with the extra water added to my daily routine it caused some awful bloating which has me throw the rest of the container out.


Jess T

Jess TNew South Wales

  • 4 reviews
  • 2 likes

It works well, but the taste? Not so much.

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It works

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But I just read the second ingredient is aspartame and I am not impressed. I have Crohns and I am going to tell absolutely anyone who will listen that is what is in it and it is not a nice additive/chemical. I mean it works but what will the other ingredients do long term. Do your research on all the ingredients including aspartame before you promote Metamucils complete benefits. I reckon a company your size knows you just know how to market it. I AM NOT HAPPY THAT I HAVE BEEN TAKING IT FOR THE LAST 12 MONTHS.


Sweetened with aspartame therefore toxic

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Tried it once then read the ingredients and to my horror it is sweetened with aspartame. Why would a company that manufacturers products to improve health use something as toxic as aspartame in their products. I now use 3 teaspoons of raw psyllium husk in a small glass of coconut water (to improve taste) each day with fantastic results. Much cheaper too.


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Questions & Answers

Rex

Rexasked

My doctor recommended 1 to 2 tablespoons metamucil per day as i have haemurrhoids
Trird this ended up with diarrhoea

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From my own experience, stick with it and things will stabilize. If your gut is accustomed to a low fiber diet, this will give you diarrhea until it adjusts. You should be fine in a few days. BUT...you should split the dose, maybe 1-2 teaspoons 3 times a day, like before each meal.


Elizabeth B.

Elizabeth B.asked

The Natural Granular Metamucil lists ingredients as "psyllium husk powder, sucrose". However, further down it says "Phenylketorurics: contains phenylalanine".
There is NO phenylalanine in sucrose (nor psyllium husk) so WHY does it say this? I rang their 1 800 number in Australia and received no help - but a comment was made regarding "secret ingredients"!

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Susan Cameron
Susan Cameron

I really can't answer this question. All I can say is I take the Smooth Orange and it has changed my life around.
I have collagenous colitis,
I can only recommend that you give it a try.
Good Luck
Susan


Katie

Katieasked

Does it make any difference whether you take smooth versus coarse textured Metamucil?

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