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Life changing!
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.
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Susan CameronSydney, NSW
Best product I have tried
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.
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IrinaMetropolitan Adelaide, SA
- 2 reviews
Dont use!
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.
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azrealSydney, NSW
- 3 reviews
Contains Aspartame or causes cancer!
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.
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L.A.BMelbourne
- 25 reviews
Lifesaver during pregnancy!
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.
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I have found that Metamucil and Benefibre are not usable for me personally...
I have IBS and have recently found that I was gluten, lactose and fructose intolerant...I tried Metamucil and Benefibre and found I couldn't use either...the severe cramping I experienced was worse with these products...I had to stop using them...I believe it was because the product is based on wheat....I was never given any information by my GP or my specialist Gastroenterologist for managing IBS over the years.... except for using BioGlan100 probiotics...even with these I still suffered immensely with the severe cramping and my quality of lif...Read more
e was poor. I was forced to use Panadeine, Panadeine Forte (on script), to just manage the cramping I lived with... Due to my suffering... in desperation and at my daughter's request I went off wheat and gluten product, lactose, and fructose which was coming from many fruit and vegetables I was eating... I was introduced to FODMAP the diet....(research the diet derived by a Professor from Monash University) I followed these principles for a few months and would like to report I am much improved...I can even eat small amounts of fruit now...my life is much better...and I am so relieved that I no longer have to use painkillers all day long for relief...Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
Aidan76AU
- 6 reviews
Good for Gut;Good for Me
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.
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FrogglinGreater Melbourne (Outer), VIC
- 8 reviews
- 1 like
Overpriced and oversweet
My doctor suggested psyllium husk for cholesterol management, and directed me toward Metamucil. I tried both the orange and lemon "smooth" (lemon is quite nice) and then switched to the "natural coarse" type. The texture of this takes a bit of getting used to, but what surprised me was how sweet it is. It's basically fake sugar with husks.
I've since switched again to plain psyllium husks from the health food shop (taken in the same way - 2 tea spoons in a glass of water) and not only do these not have much of a taste, they don't stick to t...Read more
he side of the glass like the Metamucil version. Less than half the price as well. Metamucil does work as advertised for cholesterol and bowel health, but it contains too many extra additives/sweeteners and is over priced.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
may lamSydney
- 4 reviews
- 1 like
Metamucil Powders
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
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Helps but it’s disgusting!
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.
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CaroSBrisbane
- 9 reviews
Sugar infested product
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!
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MalaBray Park
The truth about Metamucil
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.
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Geoffrey BoxerSouth East Queensland, QLD
- 17 reviews
- 11 likes
Saved me from the surgeon's knife
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%.
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TheChemKidGeraldton
- 3 reviews
If you're on Opiate Pain Medication, DO NOT USE
I am 21 years old in about a week. I have been on pain relief medication since I was 17 after severe problems that occured. Pain relief medications (opiods/opiates) cause constipation like some people wouldn't believe!!!! This Metamucil actually has written on the back:"Do not use in cases of pain relief or other medication induced constipation." So.. I shouldn't take it. Yet it is ALWAYS reccommended to me by EVERY Doctor I have ever gone to. Doctors are lacking so much knowledge in SO many areas (especially the Opiate Pain Relief area!) They ...Read more
say they have no addiction.. no withdrawals (physical & emotional/mental pain when coming off the meds.) Anyway I thought I'd say - this Metamucil made me sooo big and bloated. Sorry for TMI but.. Made all the crap just bulk up so much so.. that it was sooo big. .. would have destroyed my "exit" if I tried to get it out..it's definitely not for us with chronic constipation. I go to the bathroom maybe once every 5 days on the norm.... sometimes (like more recently) I go weeks without going.. I would love to have a normal system again, oh what I'd give to just be able to crap. I'd feel so much better.. lol sorry for tmi. But it's true. Being CONSTANTLY bloated and big with abdominal pain and gurgling all the time..Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
ChengGreater Melbourne (Outer), VIC
- 7 reviews
- 4 likes
Aspartame
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.
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Game changer
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.
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Bev G
- 3 reviews
- 4 likes
Side effects
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.
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Jess TNew South Wales
- 4 reviews
- 2 likes
It works well, but the taste? Not so much.
When I was in primary school, I had constant constipation. I took metamucil, it was strawberry flavour then. It was sweeter than a normal strawberry, which I don't have a sweet tooth. I took it anyway.
It took about two weeks to adjust, and I felt lighter (as in not bloating) and I didn't have constipation as bad.
When I was in year seven, a new flavour came to my pharmacist and I asked mum to try it out. Orange flavour is nice.
Now I have finished highschool, the Orange flavour is not as nice as it used to be. It doesn't even taste li...Read more
ke orange, so maybe my taste buds are playing up. I would recommend it to anyone over the age of three who has terrible constipation and has a sweet tooth. Now I am searching for the right laxative for me. If I was in year seven still, I would rate it 5 stars!Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
It works
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.
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Sweetened with aspartame therefore toxic
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
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.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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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
Katieasked
Does it make any difference whether you take smooth versus coarse textured Metamucil?
No answers
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