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Thanks for letting me know this. I'd keep taking the 1 teaspoon a day (or even twice a day - this still isn't a high dose) until you feel that you are completely stable. Then, if you like, you can transition off the supplement if you keep your soluble fiber food intake as your foundation.

But, the acacia and other soluble fiber supplements are actually meant to be used every day. They're much more effective as a preventive measure than for stopping problems once they start (they will do that, but it takes longer). They're not drugs, there's no risks or side effects, and soluble fiber will actually help lower your risk of heart disease and colon cancer, and stabilize blood sugar levels, as well as keep your gut functioning normally. So if you can find a daily dose that keeps you stable, just stay there, and you'll head off problems in the first place.

The other advantage is that it's easier to get a significant daily amount of soluble fiber with the supplements than just from the foods. So if you keep your daily intake high, you'll have a terrific tolerance for soluble fiber, and really the more fiber you can take the better (within reason, of course). You'll also be able to add in lots more insoluble fiber when you have a high soluble fiber base, and this is crucial as it will let you get plenty of fresh fruits, veggies, whole grains, beans, nuts, etc. And for overall health, the more fiber you eat (both kinds) the better.

- Heather

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