I've been taking psyllium for about twenty years for cholesterol lowering. An added benefit is that it increases bulk which aids in elimination. Does anyone else take this? My Dr. said it was ok.

we were told to take Benefiber (or the generic equivalent) right after surgery because it doesn't gel up like Metamucil does over time, and we wouldn't be able to drink fast enough to avoid the gelling up. Although now that I'm out a few months and can drink pretty fast, I'm guessing I could take Metamucil again. I haven't asked, though. I'd just check with your surgeon.

I took Psyllium prior to surgery and my surgeon told me to switch to Benefiber and stay switched because Psyllium can cause a blockage. FYI