The psyllium fiber in metamucil absorbs not only water, but also minerals which are meant to be reabsorbed, not eliminated. In time, this weakens colon functions and makes you dependent on this laxative formuala. The husks contain powerful antibodies that stimulate the intestinal immune system to get rid of these toxic elements. This has both cleansing and laxactive effects. However, in time the intestinal immune system weakens.

Is better to improve digestive functions through liver cleasning (see The Amazing Liver Cleanse, 1stbooks.com) and derive one's bulk from foods, such as oatmeal, rice, millet, buckwheat, couscous, beans, vegetables, fruits, salads, etc. (see the appropariate bodytype food lists in The Key to Health and Rejuvenation, 1stbooks.com.

Best wishes,
Andreas