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Suggest Alternative Fiber Supplements In Place Of Benefiber

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Posted on Thu, 1 Dec 2016
Question: I would like to find a fiber supplement in an unflavored caplet or pill form. Previously took Benefiber pills but they don't appear to make them any more. I am 81 and otherwise healthy (at least my "innards"). Thank you.
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Answered by Dr. Dholariya Sagar Jayantilal (5 hours later)
Brief Answer:
As mention below

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear
Welcome to HCM and thanks for the query
I understand your concern

You can take NUTRILITE Chewable Fiber Tablet.
Take one tablet three times per day.
Drink at least a full glass (250ml) of liquid with each tablet.

Other advises:
Drink a glass of water before going to toilet.
Take more green leafy vegetable, fruits and grain
Engage in regular physical activity like morning and evening walk.
Don't put off the urge.
Avoid carbonated drinks which contain caffeine.

Hope this may help you
If you have further query then I will be happy to help you
Stay healthy
Best regards
Dr. Sagar
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Dr. Dholariya Sagar Jayantilal

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Suggest Alternative Fiber Supplements In Place Of Benefiber

Brief Answer: As mention below Detailed Answer: Hello dear Welcome to HCM and thanks for the query I understand your concern You can take NUTRILITE Chewable Fiber Tablet. Take one tablet three times per day. Drink at least a full glass (250ml) of liquid with each tablet. Other advises: Drink a glass of water before going to toilet. Take more green leafy vegetable, fruits and grain Engage in regular physical activity like morning and evening walk. Don't put off the urge. Avoid carbonated drinks which contain caffeine. Hope this may help you If you have further query then I will be happy to help you Stay healthy Best regards Dr. Sagar