As to the jarrow making a difference in my actual bowel activity - yes things go easier when I'm taking them. Not as forced. However, I read this entire thread, and I'm a HUGE fan of the Acacia. The acacia feeds the bacteria in the jarrow (prebiotic/probiotic) and the combination is wonderful! My "normal" before IBS-C was a BM twice a day. I am now back to that pattern and it is wonderful!! Acacia and water are essential along with plenty of IF. Once you find your balance....well, that is the journey.
I don't mean to gush. I don't mean to imply I don't have bad days. When I eat something I shouldn't (ice cream, too much dairy of any kind - and I love the stuff! - , too greasy, too much food at once,) I pay in cramps, gas and spasms. Stress is my biggest trigger, so I have to try to manage that too. It is a daily thing like everyone else, but nothing I build my world around...just part of my life. I adjust my food ect.. when I'm having a bad day, but otherwise, things are pretty ok right now!