I was wondering if anyone had tried using a fiber substitute? I was thinking of trying one. I had 2 reasons, & think they make sence...maybe 1st...they (the experts) say that 70% of people do not get enough fiber in their regular diet. 2nd...the more fiber you consume, the more calories your body burns during digestion. So it seems to me that extra fiber could help you loose weight...is that right Someone help me out here:cool:

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My 8 yr. old son eats one of the chewable orange fiber tablets every day. He has always had bowel issues so this has helped since we started it. We also try to have a high fiber diet - not always possible but better for him when we do. I don't know anything about if they help lose weight but I know they don't taste bad and do help with constipation.

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Better to give your kids the values you have
than the valuables you can't afford.

It is true that extra fiber can HELP you lose weight but it's because (in food) it is a carbo that takes longer (or doesn't at all) digest. It also keeps you full longer because it takes almost twice as long to digest, or pass through your system.

I'm not sure about it's effect from an alternate source but good whole wheat bread will have 2-4 servings per slice (some have more). The recommened daily amount of fiber in your diet is abouut 25-28 g. If you up your veggie intake (slightly) and substitute your bread with whole wheat - you're really almost there.

If you take TOO much fiber you can get REALLY REALLY bad stomach aches - especially if you don't drink enough water. Fiber is important but if you pay attention to the labels even some of the sugary ceral has 2 g per serving!! Green veggies are a good source of it. I talked to my nutritionist when I was younger (getting away from my ED) and she said that taking outside sources of fiber is hardly nessicary and can cause stomach cramps or constipation if you aren't careful.

my dd and i use fiber sure. she gets 1/2 tsp every morning and i get 1/2 tsp at every meal. we do it on the advice of her pediatrician--my dd will eat non-stop if she could--she just never seems to be full. the fiber has helped some because it helps fill her up. we mix the fibersure into beverages. so far we haven't had any uncomfortable side affects.

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Pumpkin has good fiber - I can't find any, though, and the vet is recommending it for my geriatric cat! Metamucil has also been recommended.