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Old 04-15-2008, 05:25 AM   #10 (permalink)
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You might want to check out psyllium husks (one of the ingredients used in Metamucil - you can get them in health food stores, Whole Foods market, etc.) or something like Benefiber - you can mix them in water or a protein drink. A bit gritty, but definitely better than constipation. I'm not sure if they'll dehydrate you, but you'll need to drink a lot of water with them because the fiber will absorb water. Apart from that, I don't think either is particularly harsh. Good luck!
With psyllium you have to increase your daily water - or they too will constipate. They are great as long as you get enough water. I take flax seed daily with my protein shake.
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