Your Good Health: Fibre supplements with psyllium OK’d

Dear Dr. Roach: for so long. When I do research on these issues, I look for natural ways to heal my body. But one of the most debated topics I see is on psyllium husk and whether you are able to take it daily for long-term use. I see articles that say it shouldn’t be taken long-term, while others say that it is OK. Why is there so much conflicting information out there?

Although many people can get good results through a diet high in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and healthy fats like olive oil, some people still have issues with constipation. In my opinion, the benefits of treatment outweigh the risks, especially with a very safe treatment like fiber, which is found in psyllium husks.

You do have to be cautious when looking at advice. There are always multiple opinions, so it’s wise to look for a consensus. Be particularly wary of advice from those selling a solution. In my opinion, the consensus of expert opinions and the weight of scientific evidence supports the safety of long-term fiber supplementation in cases where dietary changes are inadequate for the person.

There’s not much harm of a rectal exam, and I perform them on my patients who feel their exams are incomplete without it. But most men don’t really want them, and a few simply refuse.

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