Question 1

is this similar to metimuchil

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It's not granular, there's no sugar. It takes less and you need to drink it fast or it will gel up quickly. I like to use a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar and a drop or two of stevia extract in the water before mixing; helps it to mix better and taste good.

Question 2

Is the powder I bought raw or has been cooked in any way?

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Hi Von,Thanks for your question! Yes, Viva Naturals Psyllium Husk Powder is raw as it is not exposed to heat during processing. Upon harvesting our organic psyllium seeds, the husks are separated from other plant fragments. We gently crush the husks to yield a soft, fine powder without the use of chemicals or harsh solvents, thus preserving its nutritional integrity. I hope this information is helpful! If you have any other questions or concerns, please email us directly at customercare@vivanaturals.com. ElisabethViva Naturals Customer Care

Question 3

is this product habit forming?

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It wouldn't be this product that's habit forming, but the prolonged use.  Your bowels will become accustomed to having either stool softeners or laxatives move the waste along for them. So you'd have to continue taking stool softeners or you'd remain constipated even after the original cause of your constipation has been aleviated.

Question 4

Can you cook with this?

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Hello,Viva Labs Organic Psyllium Husk Powder is perfect for smoothies and baked goods! Try this Coconut Flour and Psyllium Flatbread recipe:INGREDIENTS:60g Viva Labs Organic Coconut Flour2 tbsp of Viva Labs Organic Psyllium Husk Powder.40g Viva Labs Organic Coconut Oil (or melted butter)1/2 tsp salt1 tsp baking powder250g boiling water (boil it just as you need it)herbs/garlic powder (optional)METHOD    Mix the dry ingredients with a hand whisk.    Add the oil and blend well.  It will look like a nut butter.    Add the boiling water, half at a time and blend until a dough-like mixture forms.    Divide the mixture into 3 large balls.    Roll the balls between 2 sheets of greaseproof paper and flatten out.    Dry fry in a pan for 2- 3 minutes each side, until golden.    Eat and enjoy!    Makes 2-4.I hope this helps answer your question, and if you have any other questions you can reach us by responding to this comment thread or by email at vivian@vivalabs.com.Sincerely,VivianViva Labs Customer Care

ASIN	B011QGTRG4
ASIN	B011QGTRG4
Age Range Description	Adult
Allergen Information	Milk, Peanuts, Tree Nuts
Best Sellers Rank	#21,484 in Health ( See Top 100 in Health ) #38 in Psyllium Herbal Supplements
Brand Name	Viva Naturals
Container Type	Bag
Customer Reviews	4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (14,146)
Customer reviews	4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (14,146)
Diet Type	Vegan
Dosage Form	Powder
Flavor	Unflavored
Global Trade Identification Number	00701722747876
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Is Product Expirable	Yes
Item Form	Powder
Item Weight	1.5 Pounds
Item model number	1100U
Legal Disclaimer	*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Manufacturer	Viva Naturals
Manufacturer	Viva Naturals
Manufacturer Part Number	1100U
Material Features	Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) Free, Gluten Free, Low Carb, Organic, Vegan
Material Type Free	en_AE
Model Number	1100U
Number of Items	1
Package Quantity	1
Primary Supplement Type	multivitamin
Product Dimensions	14.61 x 24.77 x 7.94 cm; 680.39 g
Recommended Uses For Product	Digestive Health
Special Ingredients	Psyllium
Total Servings Per Container	136
UPC	701722747876
Unit Count	680 Grams

Viva Naturals Organic Psyllium Husk Powder (1.5 lbs) - Easy Mixing Fiber Supplement, Finely Ground & Non-GMO Powder for Promoting Regularity

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