Inulin as an Appetite Suppressant

Bev-Ann · 11-04-2006, 11:09 AM

This discussion is related to Report on Yacon Syrup posted in the Lowcarb Recipe Help & Suggestions section.

I'd been looking for a LC substitute for molasses for a long time and finally found something called yacon syrup that's perfect. It tastes almost exactly like molasses, with a hint of a raisin flavour.
The reason I'm posting this here is that something very interesting happened about 10 minutes after I'd done my first taste test of the syrup. I completely lost my appetite. The effect was so extreme that the very thought of eating completely turned me off. I'd done the taste test about half an hour before I normally eat dinner. An hour and a half later, I still didn't want to eat but finally forced myself to have a small meal simply because I don't skip meals. It was really tough getting it down!
The effect was totally unexpected for me. I've been having problems with chocolate cravings for about a year now and I'd tried everything I could get my hands on to curb them. Nothing had worked. Now, here was something that would kill the cravings completely and I'd never heard of it before. It was something of a miracle for me!

The amount of syrup I'd eaten was a scant 1 tsp. The extremity of the effect was too much for me, though, so I decided to see what only 1/2 tsp would do. It had the same appetite suppressing effect and although not as extreme, just as effective. It was exactly what I needed to kill the cravings. I've posted a recipe for making a Yacon Syrup Candy in the thread mentioned above.

After that experience, I was very anxious to find out why yacon syrup would have such a profound appetite suppressant effect. I did a lot of searching on the net and found a few sites claiming that it's been used in Peru for that purpose for a long time, but nothing to explain why it worked.
I thought about it for awhile and finally decided to look for inulin, which is the main component of the syrup. Bingo! I found studies that showed inulin has an appetite suppressant effect in animals and more recently in humans.
I add a tsp of inulin powder mixed with stevia to my smoothie every morning because I want the prebiotic support it provides. I had always noticed that I was much less interested in eating my mid-morning snack than I was my mid-afternoon one. [I follow Protein Power and it's recommended to eat 5 times/day to keep your metabolism up.] The information I'd found on inulin seemed to explain this.

This got me thinking about trying another experiment. An hour before my normal dinner time last night, I mixed a 1/2 tsp of straight inulin powder in a little water and drank it. Within half an hour, I wasn't interested in eating. I was still able to eat my dinner a half hour later, although I could have waited a few more hours if I'd had to.

I'm very pleased that the inulin powder worked just as well as the yacon syrup had.
Yacon syrup is very expensive and only available to me online. Even though the brand I bought was the least expensive I could find, it still cost me $18.56Cdn/13 oz. jar including shipping.
Inulin powder is readily available to me at a local health food store, called Chicolin, and it's far less expensive than the yacon syrup at about a third the price. I also found it in tablet form called Helix Slim Plus so I can keep some in my purse.

I'll continue to use the yacon syrup for my original purpose as a substitute for molasses, but when I need to kill a craving, I'll reach for the inulin.

Teresa123 · 11-04-2006, 11:42 AM

Wow, this sounds great! I easily stay in moderate ketosis all the time but unlike others it does not kill my hunger. I'm going to give this a try---thanks for the info!

sherlynn9 · 11-04-2006, 11:55 AM

Thanks for posting this, Bev-Ann. The place I used to buy my inulin closed so now I have to order it online also. I will look for those pills you mentioned. I never consistently used the inulin so don't know if it gave me that affect or not (or I might not have used enough of it). It is cheaper than the syrup.

Sheryl

Bev-Ann · 11-04-2006, 12:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Teresa123

Wow, this sounds great! I easily stay in moderate ketosis all the time but unlike others it does not kill my hunger. I'm going to give this a try---thanks for the info!

My problem isn't hunger, it's cravings. By eating 5 times a day, I rarely ever experience hunger pangs. But I've been having almost unbearable cravings for chocolate, sometimes shortly after eating a meal when I'm quite full. The inulin completely kills the cravings for me.

Start with a 1/2 tsp of inulin powder and if that's not enough, try a level teaspoon. And please post your results, good or bad. There are a lot of people interested in this and so far I'm the only one whose posted my results.

Bev-Ann · 11-04-2006, 12:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sherlynn9

Thanks for posting this, Bev-Ann. The place I used to buy my inulin closed so now I have to order it online also. I will look for those pills you mentioned. I never consistently used the inulin so don't know if it gave me that affect or not (or I might not have used enough of it). It is cheaper than the syrup.

Sheryl

I should warn you that the tablets are quite expensive. I paid $29Cdn for 60 tablets. But I did try one this morning and it had the same effect as 1/2 tsp of the inulin powder does for me.
I'm going to try to come up with a candy using the inulin powder, similar to what I did with the yacon syrup. I'm thinking of something like a peanut brittle without the peanuts. I guess that would make it a butterscotch.

Bev-Ann · 11-04-2006, 01:01 PM

I've been thinking some more about this and am wondering if polydextrose would have the same effect? Inulin and polyd are not exactly the same but they have very similar properties so it's worth trying.

That will be my pre-dinner experiment for this evening.

Bev-Ann · 11-04-2006, 01:14 PM

Oh, I think I should warn everyone that some people react to inulin and/or polyd like I do to sugar alcohols...bloating, gas and possibly diarrhea. I don't have that reaction, thank goodness.

Bev-Ann · 11-05-2006, 06:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bev-Ann

I've been thinking some more about this and am wondering if polydextrose would have the same effect? Inulin and polyd are not exactly the same but they have very similar properties so it's worth trying.

That will be my pre-dinner experiment for this evening.

Ok, I tried 1/2 tsp of polyd and there was no noticeable effect.
I found the results of a study posted online that was done on normal-weight adults. It reported that polyd alone had only a small effect on appetite. It used 25g of polyd, which is a lot more than 1/2 a tsp. The same study also tested 25g xylitol alone and a combo of polyd/xylitol (12.5g of each). The xylitol alone had no effect but the polyd/xylitol combo showed a significant decrease in appetite. But the amounts they used to achieve the results are just too high to be practical when compared to 1/2 tsp of inulin (only about 2g). And that amount of xylitol would give me severe gut problems!

So inulin is still the preferred choice for me.

jackieba · 11-05-2006, 08:28 AM

I wish I could figure a way to get DH to try the Inulin. He gets cravings late at night--the worst time of all to eat. The Yacon syrup is too expensive for me. I stopped buying the flavored Soy Crisps because he would eat 1/3 of the bag at night. But I know he wouldn't take the Inulin powder.

Teresa123 · 11-05-2006, 08:45 AM

Well...since it can be used in baking as a sugar replacer, maybe a little desert with dinner using this would fight off his evening cravings.... I'm not sure about what recipes but maybe it could be whipped with heavy whipping cream and used as a topper for sf jello, pudding, etc---then you could ensure that the proper amount was in each serving a bit easier. Not sure if it would work but might be worth a try!

Bev-Ann · 11-05-2006, 09:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jackieba

I wish I could figure a way to get DH to try the Inulin. He gets cravings late at night--the worst time of all to eat. The Yacon syrup is too expensive for me. I stopped buying the flavored Soy Crisps because he would eat 1/3 of the bag at night. But I know he wouldn't take the Inulin powder.

I'm going to try making a hard candy with inulin that would have at least 1/2 tsp/candy. I'll post it once I get it perfected, but it might be a few days.
Could you get him to have a cup of herbal tea or something that you could mix the inulin in? I just swish it in a little water. It dissolves really well and has no flavour that I can detect.

Bev-Ann · 11-05-2006, 09:30 AM

For those of you who want to try the inulin, someone in another thread posted that Metemucil's Fibersure is supposed to be 100% inulin. I don't know the price on it, but it should be available in any drugstore or supermarket. I suggest that you check the ingredients to make sure there are no other ingredients in it, though. Some of the Metemucil products contain sugar.

sherlynn9 · 11-05-2006, 01:32 PM

Jackieba, since inulin is tasteless (at least to me, just slightly sweet), you could add it to his dessert and see what happens. I like to add mine to a yogurt or protein shakes. I'm sure it would do fine in whipped cream also. And definitely could be used in baking.

Bev-Ann, I was wondering the same thing about polyd. There is definitely a difference between the 2 both in texture and taste (not that either has a real taste, but it is different).

Looking forward to getting my order tomorrow. I'll also check out the metamucil.

Sheryl

shoo · 11-06-2006, 09:29 AM

Hi Bev ann,
Thanks for posting your experiences with inulin. I'm in BC,going shopping this morning, which health food stores are you finding chicolin? After this weekend, I am ready for something to deal with the carb cravings!
shoo

Bev-Ann · 11-06-2006, 05:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shoo

Hi Bev ann,
Thanks for posting your experiences with inulin. I'm in BC,going shopping this morning, which health food stores are you finding chicolin? After this weekend, I am ready for something to deal with the carb cravings!
shoo

I get it at Community Natural Foods in Calgary. I don't know if they have a store in BC, but call around to other health food stores in your area if there isn't one. It's generally kept with the stevia on the shelves.

Krissyj · 11-07-2006, 08:35 AM

I am wondering if anyone uses any carb blockers such as Phase 2 with their combo, I have taken it before, and seemed to work well, but I have not taken it while I am taking this new combo. Do you think it would be beneficial? Any comments would be greatly appreciated.

adillenal · 11-09-2006, 09:37 PM

This is an interesting discussion. I have some Sweetleaf Stevia Plus that has two ingredients listed, inulin and stevia with inulin being first. I guess I will try some in the monring and see if it has any appetite supression effects on me. I bought it at a large Wal Mart in Houston but have never seen it locally at our smaller WalMarts.

Bev-Ann · 11-10-2006, 08:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by adillenal

This is an interesting discussion. I have some Sweetleaf Stevia Plus that has two ingredients listed, inulin and stevia with inulin being first. I guess I will try some in the monring and see if it has any appetite supression effects on me. I bought it at a large Wal Mart in Houston but have never seen it locally at our smaller WalMarts.

It will be almost all inulin. Stevia is very concentrated as a sweetener. It only takes 1/32 of a tsp of extract powder to equal 1 tsp of sugar.
Is the Sweetleaf Stevia Plus a spoonable type or in packets? Those of us who have tried inulin for appetite suppression are finding that it takes at least 2g to have any effect. Some need up to 8g before they notice anything. You'll have to look at the label to see how much Sweetleaf Stevia Plus you need to get the effect.

adillenal · 11-10-2006, 07:41 PM

These packets = 1 gr. I use 2 packets in anything but I rarely use it. I am going to start my afternoon hot tea with 2 packets and see what happens.

Coconutty · 11-12-2006, 02:45 PM

Quote:

For those of you who want to try the inulin, someone in another thread posted that Metemucil's Fibersure is supposed to be 100% inulin. I don't know the price on it, but it should be available in any drugstore or supermarket. I suggest that you check the ingredients to make sure there are no other ingredients in it, though. Some of the Metemucil products contain sugar.

I just bought a bottle of Fibersure this afternoon. The price was $15.99 for a large bottle at BJ's. I'm not sure of the size...maybe 24oz. Inulin is the only ingredient listed.

--Alisa

telemetrynurse · 11-22-2006, 05:46 PM

I just got inulin powder and tried it in some decaf coffee. I'm using it to hopefully decrease my appetite and cut cravings. I've been climbing the carb ladder, adding healthy veggies and have found that my appetite and cravings are returning. I really don't want to cut back on healthy veggies (spinach, cauliflower, lettuce mainly) so I'm hoping this will work.

Has anyone else had any inulin experience? Please post your results!
TIA

telemetrynurse · 11-22-2006, 07:05 PM

I wanted to report on my experience with the inulin.

IT WORKS!!!!

It TOTALLY smashed my appetite! Usually, at this time in the evening I am practically chewing on my arm to keep from snacking. Now, I couldn't imagine eating!
THANKS very much Bev-Ann for giving me the information!

Bev-Ann · 11-23-2006, 09:22 AM

That's wonderful news!

For the benefit of the others here, how much did you take? I find that I only need 1 tsp.

Coconutty · 11-24-2006, 08:54 PM

It works for me too. 1 teaspoon and I don't think about snacking. I'm taking it twice a day now, one in the morning and once in the afternoon.

kategail · 11-25-2006, 06:25 AM

what is it and where do you get it

Bev-Ann · 11-29-2006, 09:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kategail

what is it and where do you get it

See the first post in this thread for a link to another thread with more info. You can get inulin from Netrition or, if you can find it, Metemucil has something called Fibersure that is inulin. Note that Benefiber is not. A lot of people have asked about that.

aim in Fla*working · 11-30-2006, 09:26 AM

i am waiting..I just had a spoonful of fibersure...and 2 hand fuls of nuts...Hopefully it works becuase that i a ALL the food i have at work

Teresa123 · 11-30-2006, 08:23 PM

Did it work? I don't know why but the Fiber Sure doesn't seem to work for me, but the Fiber Choice tablets do....but it's all made with the same stuff so I don't get it! I hope it worked for you!

aim in Fla*working · 12-01-2006, 05:54 AM

well I was definately not as hungry....BUT i was up .5 pound

I am trying again today....I had breakfast...1 fried egg, 2 bacon, and 1 piece of low carb toast whole wheat with butter.
now I just took a HEAPING teaspoon of Fibersure....and i am going to do that before each meal for the rest of the day...so 3 times total.
Teresa...do you think you were using enough of the product? I mix it with a HEAPING teasoon....
tell me what you have found with the tablets....

Teresa123 · 12-01-2006, 06:48 AM

I might not of been using enough, I may need to give it a try again. I just used a full teaspoon, so maybe I'll try heaping it. The tablets taste great, I think, kind of like a little treat. I just use one with each meal although lately I have been forgetting at one meal or another and most of the time I don't realize it, so they're either holding me over better than I would have thought or maybe my huge appetite is reducing! When I try the powder again I'll have to put it in a shake or something. It doesn't have a flavor, but it made the water taste....flat, or just different somehow. I hope the .5 isn't due to the inulin, you wouldn't think so but you know how weird our bodies can be! I look forward to hearing how it works for you today.

11-04-2006, 11:09 AM	#1
Bev-Ann Senior LCF Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Calgary, AB Canada Posts: 403 Gallery: Bev-Ann Stats: Ht 5' 2.5" Size 10 / 8 / 2 WOE: High Protein, LC Start Date: Sep. 2008	Inulin as an Appetite Suppressant This discussion is related to Report on Yacon Syrup posted in the Lowcarb Recipe Help & Suggestions section. I'd been looking for a LC substitute for molasses for a long time and finally found something called *yacon syrup* that's perfect. It tastes almost exactly like molasses, with a hint of a raisin flavour. The reason I'm posting this here is that something very interesting happened about 10 minutes after I'd done my first taste test of the syrup. I completely lost my appetite. The effect was so extreme that the very thought of eating completely turned me off. I'd done the taste test about half an hour before I normally eat dinner. An hour and a half later, I still didn't want to eat but finally forced myself to have a small meal simply because I don't skip meals. It was really tough getting it down! The effect was totally unexpected for me. I've been having problems with chocolate cravings for about a year now and I'd tried everything I could get my hands on to curb them. Nothing had worked. Now, here was something that would kill the cravings completely and I'd never heard of it before. It was something of a miracle for me! The amount of syrup I'd eaten was a scant 1 tsp. The extremity of the effect was too much for me, though, so I decided to see what only 1/2 tsp would do. It had the same appetite suppressing effect and although not as extreme, just as effective. It was exactly what I needed to kill the cravings. I've posted a recipe for making a Yacon Syrup Candy in the thread mentioned above. After that experience, I was very anxious to find out why yacon syrup would have such a profound appetite suppressant effect. I did a lot of searching on the net and found a few sites claiming that it's been used in Peru for that purpose for a long time, but nothing to explain why it worked. I thought about it for awhile and finally decided to look for *inulin, which is the main component of the syrup. Bingo! I found studies that showed inulin has an appetite suppressant effect in animals and more recently in humans. I add a tsp of inulin powder mixed with stevia to my smoothie every morning because I want the prebiotic support it provides. I had always noticed that I was much less interested in eating my mid-morning snack than I was my mid-afternoon one. [I follow Protein Power and it's recommended to eat 5 times/day to keep your metabolism up.] The information I'd found on inulin seemed to explain this. This got me thinking about trying another experiment. An hour before my normal dinner time last night, I mixed a 1/2 tsp of straight inulin powder in a little water and drank it. Within half an hour, I wasn't interested in eating. I was still able to eat my dinner a half hour later, although I could have waited a few more hours if I'd had to. I'm very pleased that the inulin powder worked just as well as the yacon syrup had. Yacon syrup is very expensive and only available to me online. Even though the brand I bought was the least expensive I could find, it still cost me $18.56Cdn/13 oz. jar including shipping. Inulin powder is readily available to me at a local health food store, called Chicolin, and it's far less expensive* than the yacon syrup at about a third the price. I also found it in tablet form called Helix Slim Plus so I can keep some in my purse. I'll continue to use the yacon syrup for my original purpose as a substitute for molasses, but when I need to kill a craving, I'll reach for the inulin. Last edited by Bev-Ann; 11-04-2006 at 11:27 AM..

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Bev-Ann Senior LCF Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Calgary, AB Canada Posts: 403 Gallery: Bev-Ann Stats: Ht 5' 2.5" Size 10 / 8 / 2 WOE: High Protein, LC Start Date: Sep. 2008	I Wonder If Polydextrose Would Work Too? I've been thinking some more about this and am wondering if polydextrose would have the same effect? Inulin and polyd are not exactly the same but they have very similar properties so it's worth trying. That will be my pre-dinner experiment for this evening.

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11-04-2006, 11:42 AM	#2
Teresa123 Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 6,040 Blog Entries: 12 Gallery: Teresa123 Stats: 350+/155.5/145 WOE: Low Carb Start Date: Oct 2006	Wow, this sounds great! I easily stay in moderate ketosis all the time but unlike others it does not kill my hunger. I'm going to give this a try---thanks for the info!

11-04-2006, 11:55 AM	#3
sherlynn9 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Concord, California, USA Posts: 678 Gallery: sherlynn9	Thanks for posting this, Bev-Ann. The place I used to buy my inulin closed so now I have to order it online also. I will look for those pills you mentioned. I never consistently used the inulin so don't know if it gave me that affect or not (or I might not have used enough of it). It is cheaper than the syrup. Sheryl

11-04-2006, 01:14 PM	#7
Bev-Ann Senior LCF Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Calgary, AB Canada Posts: 403 Gallery: Bev-Ann Stats: Ht 5' 2.5" Size 10 / 8 / 2 WOE: High Protein, LC Start Date: Sep. 2008	Oh, I think I should warn everyone that some people react to inulin and/or polyd like I do to sugar alcohols...bloating, gas and possibly diarrhea. I don't have that reaction, thank goodness.

11-05-2006, 08:28 AM	#9
jackieba MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Tennessee Posts: 1,362 Gallery: jackieba WOE: Atkins Start Date: October 2005	I wish I could figure a way to get DH to try the Inulin. He gets cravings late at night--the worst time of all to eat. The Yacon syrup is too expensive for me. I stopped buying the flavored Soy Crisps because he would eat 1/3 of the bag at night. But I know he wouldn't take the Inulin powder.

11-05-2006, 08:45 AM	#10
Teresa123 Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 6,040 Blog Entries: 12 Gallery: Teresa123 Stats: 350+/155.5/145 WOE: Low Carb Start Date: Oct 2006	Well...since it can be used in baking as a sugar replacer, maybe a little desert with dinner using this would fight off his evening cravings.... I'm not sure about what recipes but maybe it could be whipped with heavy whipping cream and used as a topper for sf jello, pudding, etc---then you could ensure that the proper amount was in each serving a bit easier. Not sure if it would work but might be worth a try!

11-05-2006, 09:30 AM	#12
Bev-Ann Senior LCF Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Calgary, AB Canada Posts: 403 Gallery: Bev-Ann Stats: Ht 5' 2.5" Size 10 / 8 / 2 WOE: High Protein, LC Start Date: Sep. 2008	For those of you who want to try the inulin, someone in another thread posted that Metemucil's Fibersure is supposed to be 100% inulin. I don't know the price on it, but it should be available in any drugstore or supermarket. I suggest that you check the ingredients to make sure there are no other ingredients in it, though. Some of the Metemucil products contain sugar.

11-05-2006, 01:32 PM	#13
sherlynn9 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Concord, California, USA Posts: 678 Gallery: sherlynn9	Jackieba, since inulin is tasteless (at least to me, just slightly sweet), you could add it to his dessert and see what happens. I like to add mine to a yogurt or protein shakes. I'm sure it would do fine in whipped cream also. And definitely could be used in baking. Bev-Ann, I was wondering the same thing about polyd. There is definitely a difference between the 2 both in texture and taste (not that either has a real taste, but it is different). Looking forward to getting my order tomorrow. I'll also check out the metamucil. Sheryl

11-06-2006, 09:29 AM	#14
shoo Senior LCF Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: BC Posts: 223 Gallery: shoo Stats: 239/203/202/170 WOE: Atkins Start Date: June 2004	Hi Bev ann, Thanks for posting your experiences with inulin. I'm in BC,going shopping this morning, which health food stores are you finding chicolin? After this weekend, I am ready for something to deal with the carb cravings! shoo

11-07-2006, 08:35 AM	#16
Krissyj Junior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: British Cloumbia, Canada Posts: 19 Gallery: Krissyj Stats: 150...need to lose these final 10 Start Date: Oct/2006	I am wondering if anyone uses any carb blockers such as Phase 2 with their combo, I have taken it before, and seemed to work well, but I have not taken it while I am taking this new combo. Do you think it would be beneficial? Any comments would be greatly appreciated.

11-09-2006, 09:37 PM	#17
adillenal Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Texas Posts: 3,067 Gallery: adillenal	This is an interesting discussion. I have some Sweetleaf Stevia Plus that has two ingredients listed, inulin and stevia with inulin being first. I guess I will try some in the monring and see if it has any appetite supression effects on me. I bought it at a large Wal Mart in Houston but have never seen it locally at our smaller WalMarts.

11-10-2006, 07:41 PM	#19
adillenal Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Texas Posts: 3,067 Gallery: adillenal	These packets = 1 gr. I use 2 packets in anything but I rarely use it. I am going to start my afternoon hot tea with 2 packets and see what happens.

11-22-2006, 05:46 PM	#21
telemetrynurse MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 2,360 Blog Entries: 8 Gallery: telemetrynurse Stats: 233/152/150-155 WOE: lower carb/whole foods	I just got inulin powder and tried it in some decaf coffee. I'm using it to hopefully decrease my appetite and cut cravings. I've been climbing the carb ladder, adding healthy veggies and have found that my appetite and cravings are returning. I really don't want to cut back on healthy veggies (spinach, cauliflower, lettuce mainly) so I'm hoping this will work. Has anyone else had any inulin experience? Please post your results! TIA

11-22-2006, 07:05 PM	#22
telemetrynurse MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 2,360 Blog Entries: 8 Gallery: telemetrynurse Stats: 233/152/150-155 WOE: lower carb/whole foods	I wanted to report on my experience with the inulin. IT WORKS!!!! It TOTALLY smashed my appetite! Usually, at this time in the evening I am practically chewing on my arm to keep from snacking. Now, I couldn't imagine eating! THANKS very much Bev-Ann for giving me the information!

11-23-2006, 09:22 AM	#23
Bev-Ann Senior LCF Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Calgary, AB Canada Posts: 403 Gallery: Bev-Ann Stats: Ht 5' 2.5" Size 10 / 8 / 2 WOE: High Protein, LC Start Date: Sep. 2008	That's wonderful news! For the benefit of the others here, how much did you take? I find that I only need 1 tsp.

11-24-2006, 08:54 PM	#24
Coconutty Senior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: NYC Posts: 822 Gallery: Coconutty Stats: 259.8/234.6/175, 5'11 WOE: rxHCG, R1P3 Start Date: 10/13/2009	It works for me too. 1 teaspoon and I don't think about snacking. I'm taking it twice a day now, one in the morning and once in the afternoon.

11-25-2006, 06:25 AM	#25
kategail Junior LCF Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: southeastern north carolina Posts: 20 Gallery: kategail Stats: 148/137/120 WOE: healthy as possible Start Date: February 2006	what is it and where do you get it

11-30-2006, 09:26 AM	#27
aim in Flaworking Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Jan 2002 Posts: 10,157 Gallery: aim in Flaworking	i am waiting..I just had a spoonful of fibersure...and 2 hand fuls of nuts...Hopefully it works becuase that i a ALL the food i have at work

11-30-2006, 08:23 PM	#28
Teresa123 Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 6,040 Blog Entries: 12 Gallery: Teresa123 Stats: 350+/155.5/145 WOE: Low Carb Start Date: Oct 2006	Did it work? I don't know why but the Fiber Sure doesn't seem to work for me, but the Fiber Choice tablets do....but it's all made with the same stuff so I don't get it! I hope it worked for you!

12-01-2006, 05:54 AM	#29
aim in Flaworking Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Jan 2002 Posts: 10,157 Gallery: aim in Flaworking	well I was definately not as hungry....BUT i was up .5 pound I am trying again today....I had breakfast...1 fried egg, 2 bacon, and 1 piece of low carb toast whole wheat with butter. now I just took a HEAPING teaspoon of Fibersure....and i am going to do that before each meal for the rest of the day...so 3 times total. Teresa...do you think you were using enough of the product? I mix it with a HEAPING teasoon.... tell me what you have found with the tablets....

12-01-2006, 06:48 AM	#30
Teresa123 Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 6,040 Blog Entries: 12 Gallery: Teresa123 Stats: 350+/155.5/145 WOE: Low Carb Start Date: Oct 2006	I might not of been using enough, I may need to give it a try again. I just used a full teaspoon, so maybe I'll try heaping it. The tablets taste great, I think, kind of like a little treat. I just use one with each meal although lately I have been forgetting at one meal or another and most of the time I don't realize it, so they're either holding me over better than I would have thought or maybe my huge appetite is reducing! When I try the powder again I'll have to put it in a shake or something. It doesn't have a flavor, but it made the water taste....flat, or just different somehow. I hope the .5 isn't due to the inulin, you wouldn't think so but you know how weird our bodies can be! I look forward to hearing how it works for you today.