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Kitchen Kit - Eating for IBS, Heather Cooks! DVD, Tummy Fiber Acacia*

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Product*	Barbara from Tenafly, NJ Purchased on 11/25/2013 Reviewed on 12/17/2013
Used it only a few times but love the recipes i

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Product*	Ann from Henrico, VA Purchased on 11/19/2013 Reviewed on 12/15/2013
Eating for IBS Diet & Cookbook
I bought this book last year for myself. I have used many of the recipes but found they often took more time than I thought. Also, the ingredients are not what I normally keep in my pantry. The book I just bought is a gift to another IBS person.
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Product*	Denise from Philipsburg, PA Purchased on 11/18/2013 Reviewed on 12/9/2013
Wonderful Product
Wonderful stuff! Helped stabilize me w/in a day or two of starting to use it.
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Product*	Antoinette from Chicago, IL Purchased on 11/16/2013 Reviewed on 12/8/2013
Great product. I feel my digestion getting better. There is no cramping after I eat. I have severe IBS and need to take the max servings daily but it's worth it.
Easy to mix
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Product*	Ruthy Wexler from Denver, CO Purchased on 11/10/2013 Reviewed on 12/1/2013
Tummy Fiber a must in my life
I live on this stuff now. My IBS symptoms are mostly better--that is, when i'm following exactly what the IBS cookbook says to do they are vastly better, and now I try hard to do that. I put the Tummy Fiber in jars of baby food, peaches, mostly. When I traveled to Israel I was afraid not to have it with me, so I took two boxes of the Tummy Fiber travel sticks and that worked out perfectly, I just put it in whatever water I drank. THANK YOU HEATHER FOR COMING UP WITH THIS SYSTEM.
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Product*	Sonja from Gilbert, AZ Purchased on 11/7/2013 Reviewed on 11/29/2013
This fiber is the best and works like a charm every day.

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Product*	Sonja from Gilbert, AZ Purchased on 11/7/2013 Reviewed on 11/29/2013
Love all the information, especially to know I am not alone. Anxious to start the recipies.

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Product*	Sue from Norwich, CT Purchased on 10/31/2013 Reviewed on 11/21/2013
Heathers Acacia powder keeps me regular and comfortable
I am 88 years old, with IBS. The acacia powder gives me back the tummy action I had when I was forty years younger. I'm so grateful to you, Heather! Sue
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Product*	Janet from Waterford, MI Purchased on 10/31/2013 Reviewed on 11/21/2013
Iam learning so much from the book, and feeling so much better.
All your facts on the IBS, were like I was writing it myself. At first I was confused, now it so much clear. A new way of living, after years of suffering. Was losing faith, but now Iam back. Thank you so much sincerely Janet
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Product*	Sarah from Sherman Oaks, CA Purchased on 10/30/2013 Reviewed on 11/20/2013
This product has helped me so much. It's not like other fiber products that can actually make your stomach problems worse. It's gentle and helps for any kind of stomach discomfort. Amazing!

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Product*	Alecia from Mapaville, MO Purchased on 10/27/2013 Reviewed on 11/17/2013
Absolutely love the Acacia Senegal Powder!!!!!
Wow! Your Acacia Senegal powder has done more for my sensitive stomach than any doctor could begin to do. After only one month of taking 2 tsp. twice a day, I am symptom free! I can go out and eat without the worry of running to a bathroom. I am no longer bloated and I can eat whatever I want (although I do avoid heavy grease). Thank you for your easy-to-use web site and your "very affordable" prices. I tell everyone I know about your great products. Thank you for giving me my life back. Alecia
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Product*	Joyce from Cincinatti, OH Purchased on 10/24/2013 Reviewed on 11/14/2013
Great book. Informative, takes away pain of IBS and gives solutions and peace of mind

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Product*	Ruth from Little Chute, WI Purchased on 10/22/2013 Reviewed on 11/12/2013
works ok.
it is not the complete answer I was hoping for.It stops the diarhea but then I get constpated.
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Sheila from massena, NY
Purchased on 10/17/2013
Reviewed on 11/7/2013

started with 1/2 teaspoon in am- so far seems to cause stomach pains- I will try a smaller amount- before I can rate the product

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Heather says:

Hello Sheila,
I am glad to see you're happy with the speed of delivery and our customer service! We appreciate your feedback.
We're so sorry that you're having trouble with the Acacia Tummy Fiber. Some people do have to start at an extremely low dose and gradually increase to get their gut used to extra fiber.
You may want to start at just 1/8 teaspoon twice daily, and add an extra 1/8 teaspoon to one of your doses every 4-5 days or so.
It can also be helpful to add the fiber to moist foods instead of liquids. For people who are particularly prone to bloating and gas this can make a big difference.
If you remain unhappy with the fiber, please do return it for a full refund.
Let us know if we can help answer any more questions.

Best,
Emily-Heather's Tummy Care Representative

Product*	Lori from Kewaunee, WI Purchased on 10/17/2013 Reviewed on 11/7/2013
It works!
I am thrilled with this product! I could notice a big difference within just a couple of days. I had the big D for a month straight. After doing some reading I found Heather's Tummy Fiber. What a miracle! I can now go and do anything I want. Thank you HTF!
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Louise from Langley, BC
Purchased on 9/20/2013
Reviewed on 11/6/2013

this product has helped me so much, I can't be without it.

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Heather says:

Hello Louise,

We are so glad that you are enjoying our Acacia Tummy Fiber. Thank for such a wonderful rating of the product!
I am so sorry you did not find the speed of delivery satisfactory or customer service. Normally orders to foreign countries take 3-7 business days. Sometimes, however, foreign orders are held up at Customs. It is very frustrating for us as well because it seems to be totally random as to whether Customs will hold an order and for how long. We have customers that order from us regularly for years without any complications and then out of the blue one of their packages will be detained for weeks on end.
Orders placed Monday - Friday before 9am PST will normally ship that day. Otherwise, orders will normally ship the next business day.
Foreign orders normally arrive within 7-10 business days, unless they are held in Customs.
Let us know if we can help answer any other questions.

Best,
Emily
Heather’s Tummy Care Representative

Product*	Dallas from Woodinville, WA Purchased on 10/14/2013 Reviewed on 11/4/2013
fine product, performs well

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Product*	Richard from Woodbury, NJ Purchased on 10/3/2013 Reviewed on 11/3/2013
This product has changed my life!
This product has literally changed my life. Its so easy to use and effective within 3-4 days. Customer service is great and shipping was quick, Thanks so much!
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Product*	Anthony from Houston, TX Purchased on 10/9/2013 Reviewed on 10/30/2013
My first order
Hi Heather and staff!! I had it sent to my partner's office,Jason,but it was for me. I love the product and all of the information that I have gotten so far!...I feel great and I have all of you guys to thank. best always, Anthony
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Product*	Rhoda from Massapequa, NY Purchased on 10/5/2013 Reviewed on 10/26/2013
Excellent product. Recommend it highly. Blends quickly into liquids or foods. No aftertaste. Transportable in small packets for travel.
Heather's own digestive problems helped her develop a wonderful product to help herself and others.
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Product*	Marlene from Manhatten Beach, CA Purchased on 10/3/2013 Reviewed on 10/24/2013
I love the product. First time I don't have to feel so much better

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Product*	Julia from Bloomington, IN Purchased on 9/27/2013 Reviewed on 10/23/2013
I use this product to reduce IBS symptoms that came after chemotherapy, radiation treatment, and a subsequent event in which I ate tainted meat (my bowels were OK until I ate the meat) It has been 1 1/2 years since cancer treatment ended and 1 year since

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Product*	Frankie from Philadelphia, PA Purchased on 10/2/2013 Reviewed on 10/23/2013
outstanding product!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I had Ibs for 5 years.
I will continue to buys these products, because they really work, along the Ibs diet. I also purchased the Ibs cookbook.
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Product*	Joseph from Harrison, NY Purchased on 9/28/2013 Reviewed on 10/21/2013
It provides me with the insight that I need about what foods and dietary aides are helpful in combating IBS.

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Product*	Joyce from Goshen, IN Purchased on 9/17/2013 Reviewed on 10/18/2013
Your product
I don't know how I found you on line but since I have I would recommend anybody who has a stomach disorder to try this product, it has helped me so much with my IBS but I still worry about going out in public around a crowd of people..I'm afraid I'll have a accident and embarrass myself..
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Product*	Christine from Unionville, MI Purchased on 9/19/2013 Reviewed on 10/18/2013
seems to be working

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Sharon from Centennial, CO
Purchased on 9/27/2013
Reviewed on 10/18/2013

Unimpressed

This product gave me gas even in small amounts; therefore, I wasn't able to build up to a high enough dose to do much for my relatively mild IBS-D. I will wait awhile and try it again, but so far I haven't been impressed. I do better with a high-quality probiotic and, when needed, a little psyllium husk stirred into juice or water.

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Hi Sharon - I'm so sorry to hear this. Some people do have to start at an extremely low dose and gradually increase to get their gut used to extra fiber. You may want to start at just 1/8 teaspoon twice daily, and add an extra 1/8 teaspoon to one of your doses every 4-5 days or so.

It can also be helpful to add the fiber to moist foods instead of liquids. For people who are particularly prone to bloating and gas this can make a big difference.

If you remain unhappy with the fiber please do return it for a full refund.

Best,
Heather

Product*	Jeanne from Fort Myers, FL Purchased on 9/26/2013 Reviewed on 10/18/2013
The information was very helpful. Too bad you can't get the same information from the drs. that you see.
I also loved the recipes.
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Product*	Jody from Norcross, GA Purchased on 9/25/2013 Reviewed on 10/16/2013
So far so good!!

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Product*	Patricia from Covington, LA Purchased on 9/25/2013 Reviewed on 10/16/2013
Works!
I suffer from IBS-C and after using tummy fiber along with keeping away from trigger foods, I have been regular. It disolves well and does not change the taste of your drink. I use it everyday and it works! Try it, you won't be disappointed!
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Lilly from Agoura Hills, CA
Purchased on 9/23/2013
Reviewed on 10/16/2013

I have acid reflux,many receipes have things cannot eat.

I have tried to eat things that do not trigger -however am still spending a lot of time in the bathroom. Am sure change like this has to take time. Do not want to go back to Pepto Pismo, what can you suggest?

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Heather says:

Hi Lilly,
Thank you so much taking the time to write a review of the Eating for IBS Diet & Cookbook.
We are thrilled that you enjoyed the speed of your delivery and that our customer service has been helpful.
People with Irritable Bowel Syndrome are statistically more likely to have upper GI problems (like GERD or reflux) as well. The good news is that the vast majority of dietary changes that help IBS will also help prevent or minimize heartburn - there are just a few special considerations you'll need to take.
The general IBS diet guidelines of low fat, high soluble fiber, and the careful addition of insoluble fiber, are well-suited to reflux as well. In particular, going low fat will be very beneficial for IBS and reflux both, so make sure you're avoiding the high fat trigger foods. While acidic foods can sometimes (but not always) bother IBS, they are very hard on reflux, so be careful with citrus, vinegars, and cooked tomatoes. Peppermint is wonderful for IBS but difficult for many people with reflux.
I would suggest the IBS dietary guidelines combined with the extra cautions for heartburn, and also the Fennel Tummy Tea. It will help IBS symptoms and also heartburn - unlike peppermint, it cannot worsen reflux.
If you can't use the book at all please do return it.
You can return the book at any time, simply return it with the invoice for a full refund, excluding shipping costs. There is no time limit.
Thanks again Lilly,

Best,
Emily Webb-Heather’s Tummy Care Representative

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Ginger from Houma, LA
Purchased on 9/19/2013
Reviewed on 10/10/2013

I have success with the fiber for constipation/diarrhea. I experienced constipation when I started it and had to taper up. However sometimes I miss a day or 2 and then not sure what to do

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Hi Ginger - thank you very much for your kind product review! I saw your comments about sometimes missing a day or two, and that you're not sure what to do in that situation.

You can just resume your Tummy Fiber at the dose you were on. A day or two is not enough of time off the product to affect your gut's comfort level with your current dose. If you stopped taking it for several months, then you might have to start back in with a lower dose and gradually increase.

Hope this helps!

Best,
Heather

Product*	Eva from Sun Valley, ID Purchased on 9/27/2013 Reviewed on 10/10/2013
Very pleased
I have been very pleased with your products and have sung your praises to my friends. Your service and speed of delivery is exceptional. Thank you also for your kind attention whenever I call.
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Product*	Jane from Fillmore, CA Purchased on 9/15/2013 Reviewed on 10/8/2013
Best Tummy Helper
I was not diagnosed with IBS but seemed to have the symptoms. Started using this and watching my diet and have had relief to rumbly tummy and urgent runs to the bathroom. Thanks for this site!
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Product*	Daniel from Dubuque, IA Purchased on 9/16/2013 Reviewed on 10/7/2013
Works great
I have IBS constipation and this product is the only thing that helps other than nasty pills once things get bad.
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Product*	Sharon from Virginia Beach, VA Purchased on 9/15/2013 Reviewed on 10/6/2013
Recipes and information
I wish I had this information 20 years ago. The recipes are great - have had the cookbook almost 3 weeks and fixed a number of breads, desserts, side dishes and main dishes. Thanks
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Product*	Sharon from Virginia Beach, VA Purchased on 9/15/2013 Reviewed on 10/6/2013
Great product
Thanks Heather for this product. I have had for about 3 weeks and am now using two tbsp. Wish I had known about this a long time ago which would have saved me days of discomfort and feeling of not knowing what to eat. Wish more doctors would get educated on this
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Product*	Audrey from Marshall, NC Purchased on 9/12/2013 Reviewed on 10/3/2013
The products ordered on your site are always delivered in a timely fashion.
Just want you to know how helpful your products are. The doctor thought I had IBS but in January I was diagnosed with ovarian cancer--stage 3. After the chemo treatments, radical surgery and more treatments, I am cancer free and it actually was peritoneal cancer. Your products have helped a lot with a very sluggish system along with taking stool softeners. Thank you so much.
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Product*	Stephanie from monte vista, CO Purchased on 9/8/2013 Reviewed on 10/1/2013
Tummy Fiber

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Product*	Marianne from Staten Island, NY Purchased on 8/26/2013 Reviewed on 9/20/2013
Great product
This is the only product that has given me some relief. I have had IBS for years and felt helpless. I take Bentyl but this product offers some relief. Thank you.
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Product*	Joyce from Middletown, MD Purchased on 8/29/2013 Reviewed on 9/19/2013
So far, so good!!!
Have only been using it for a few weeks, but so far I believe it has helped me to not have diarrhea, especially in the mornings (which have been my worst times)
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Product*	Patricia from FAIR OAKS, CA Purchased on 8/26/2013 Reviewed on 9/16/2013
works great on my IBS

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Product*	Candace from Cecil, WI Purchased on 8/23/2013 Reviewed on 9/13/2013
This fiber really WORKS!!
Hello, I have had NO diarrhea since I began taking this fiber in late August. It has helped with my cramping too. I am now up to 1 teaspoon twice per day and will soon go to 1.5 teaspoons. God bless Heather for her products and her site that helps so many people with IBS!!!
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Product*	Delores from Marion, IL Purchased on 3/25/2013 Reviewed on 9/9/2013
Great!!!
The Eating for IBS Diet information has been a life saver for my husband. He feels good for longer periods at a time than he has in 20 years. He also knows what to do if he does experience an episode. Your diet information and Tummy Fiber have been a blessing.
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Product*	Peggy from Letohatchee, AL Purchased on 8/14/2013 Reviewed on 9/4/2013
Can't live without this.

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Product*	Diane Honaker from Chesapeake, OH Purchased on 8/9/2013 Reviewed on 8/31/2013
It worked for me.
I started taking it about the second week of Aug. this year and in the last week it really started to get things back to normal. I do think it is a good product and I will continue using it. Using it I don't have to watch what I eat as carefully. I just wish I could buy this locally. Diane Honaker
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Product*	Susan from Manor, TX Purchased on 8/8/2013 Reviewed on 8/29/2013
Excelent Product
Acacia has been the greatest aid to my IBS problems. Particularly with regularity
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Product*	Gloria from Parksville, BC Purchased on 7/17/2013 Reviewed on 8/28/2013
recipes are excellent, delicious, nutritious
The products & information Heather supplies are are so helpful! Thanks for making my life easier. Gloria
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Product*	Pat from gulfport, MS Purchased on 8/1/2013 Reviewed on 8/22/2013
tea works very well. once i find soy cheese here cookbook will be a big help i hope

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Product*	Patricia from Alturas, CA Purchased on 8/1/2013 Reviewed on 8/22/2013
great book, wonderfully fast service

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Product*	Phillip from Meridian, MS Purchased on 7/24/2013 Reviewed on 8/17/2013
Appears to be an excellent product
Mixes thoroughly with water and has partially relieved my symptoms. I've only been taking the product for three weeks, and I'm still adjusting the dosage.
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Product*	Donald from Cherry Tree, PA Purchased on 6/16/2013 Reviewed on 8/14/2013
Very happy with the product

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Patricia from Summerfield, FL
Purchased on 7/23/2013
Reviewed on 8/13/2013

Most of the recipes I cannot use

I have to be very careful of the sugar in my diet and the carbs. So eating most of these recipes is out of the question. However I would like to say that the Acacia Tummy Fiber I bought at my local health store has had remarkable results with my gut and its problems.

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Heather says:

Hello Patricia,

Thank you for taking the time to write a product review. We appreciate your feedback.

We're so sorry that the recipes from Eating for IBS are not to your liking. The book was written in accordance with the IBS Diet plan that Heather Van Vorous devised. Many people are surprised to learn that fresh white breads and other complex carb foods like potatoes, sweet potatoes and pasta are actually soluble fiber foods. They work to help resolve both diarrhea and constipation. These are in fact your good safe foods - all soluble fiber foods are going to be plant foods, and all will be complex carbohydrates. The only simple carbohydrate is refined sugar, which you can certainly avoid. You can find more information about the IBS diet and carbohydrates here: http://www.helpforibs.com/diet/faq.asp#make_me_fat.

If diabetes is your concern and you need to restrict sugar, that is just fine for IBS as well - check here http://www.helpforibs.com/diet/faq.asp#diabetes

Please know that we have a 100% money back guarantee on all our products. If, at any time, for any reason whatsoever, you are not completely satisfied with anything purchased through this website, simply return it with the invoice for a full refund, excluding shipping costs. There is no time limit.

We are thrilled to hear that the Acacia Tummy Fiber is working for you! Remember that we offer a 50% Rebate Coupon on your first in-store purchase; the coupon can be found on our website: http://www.helpforibs.com/shop/rebateplushandout.pdf.

Laura Tuscher
Executive Assistant for Heather's Tummy Care

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Darla from HENDERSONVILLE, NC
Purchased on 7/20/2013
Reviewed on 8/12/2013

has not regulated so far

Purchased for my mom who has diarrhea & constipation from IBS. Been taking for 3 weeks to experience which dosage may help to make her regular. In 3 weeks nothing has changed with her diarrhea or constipation

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Heather says:

Hello Darla,

I am so sorry your mom is not satisfied with the product.

The cardinal rule with Acacia is to start at a low dose (for Acacia, just 1/2 a level measuring teaspoon, twice daily), and increase gradually. It can take several weeks to slowly work your way up to your daily resolving dose.

Acacia is not a laxative, and it will not give "overnight relief", so taking a low dose for a few days or even a few weeks will not alleviate your symptoms. What it will do is begin to acclimate your gut to a higher daily dose of fiber, and this is the goal. It may be that your mom still needs to keep increasing in order to see the results she is looking for.

Generally those with the diarrhea side of IBS will resolve between 1 and 3 Tablespoons a day. Those with constipation need more fiber for relief and may need 3-5 Tablespoons a day. My guess is since your mom alternates between the two, she may need to reach a daily dose between 2 and 4 Tablespoons a day.

If she is still not satisfied, she is welcome to send back the Tummy Fiber for a refund.

Please let us know if there is anything else we can do or if you have any further questions.

All the Best,
Joanna
Representative, Heather's Tummy Care

Product*	Marquette from Claremont, CA Purchased on 7/19/2013 Reviewed on 8/9/2013
So far so good! The pain is gone and mu tummy feels better!

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Product*	Mary from Mechanicsville, VA Purchased on 7/11/2013 Reviewed on 8/6/2013
I ordered both books and peppermint tea
I have been extremely pleased with both the peppermint tea and the books. I have read both books from cover to cover and they have given me more help than any doctor. The recipes in the IBS cookbook are easy and delicious. Most importantly, the tea and diet have given me more relief than I have had in the two years of my IBS symptoms. I am a new and devoted customer.
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Product*	Dorothy from Dearborn, MI Purchased on 7/12/2013 Reviewed on 8/2/2013
I believe this product helped stop diarrhea for me.

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Product*	Jan from Boise, ID Purchased on 7/11/2013 Reviewed on 8/1/2013
Wore Out My First Book
I live by this book and literally wore it out and had to but a new one. But I kept the old one for reference.
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Product*	Deborah from Peekskill, NY Purchased on 7/7/2013 Reviewed on 7/28/2013
really makes a difference re: my IBS
I've been using this product for a few years and while I still have an occasional flare up, it's definitely helped my IBS a lot.........Thank you!
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Product*	Amy from Bourbonnais, IL Purchased on 7/6/2013 Reviewed on 7/27/2013
this is fantastic and has helped a lot

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Product*	Nancy from Minot, ND Purchased on 7/5/2013 Reviewed on 7/26/2013
Fast, easy transaction

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Product*	Betty from Northbrook, IL Purchased on 7/3/2013 Reviewed on 7/24/2013
Am gradually upping dosage of product. Still testing.
So far the tummy fiber has not produced a desired result. I am having much constipation with it, although not diarrhea (which I had before). 2 tsps twice a day seems too little, but 1 tblsp twice a day too much.
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Product*	Dorothy from Brookhaven, MS Purchased on 7/2/2013 Reviewed on 7/23/2013
satisfied with tummy fiber
Have been using this product for a number of years. Service is great and product works well
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Product*	Evyann from Sugar land, TX Purchased on 6/18/2013 Reviewed on 7/18/2013
Great information and recipes!

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Product*	Virginia from SAN FRANCISCO, CA Purchased on 6/22/2013 Reviewed on 7/13/2013
book a wonderful help to my newly diagnoised IBS
I am also a diabetic and notice high carbos.. but I have stopped some trigger foods and that has been very helpful. Thank you for I have stopped most of the trigger foods and that has been helpful. I am also a diabetic and need to work on the carbos. A piece of sourdough bread has been an easy way to start a meal. Thank you for your book. v]irginia snyder
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Product*	Shirley from Greeley, CO Purchased on 6/20/2013 Reviewed on 7/11/2013
Acacia Tummy Fiber
This seems to be working quite well.
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Product*	Patricia from Sylvania, OH Purchased on 5/24/2013 Reviewed on 7/11/2013
Great tips and recipes. Easy to follow and make in a short time.

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Product*	Patricia from Milton, FL Purchased on 6/17/2013 Reviewed on 7/8/2013
Just started to use this. So far....so good.

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Product*	Paris from Toledo, OH Purchased on 6/16/2013 Reviewed on 7/7/2013
A friend recommend Acacia Fiber.
The product did exactly what it is supposed to do. No pain or discomfort, I am glad that I purchased this product from here. Excellent service, great product.
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Product*	Karen from pawleys island, SC Purchased on 6/15/2013 Reviewed on 7/6/2013
Excellent cookbook - use it all the time now. Wish I had it last year!

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Product*	Gratsch from Bradenton, FL Purchased on 6/9/2013 Reviewed on 6/30/2013
I'm trying

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Product*	Elizabeth from Gurnee, IL Purchased on 6/8/2013 Reviewed on 6/29/2013
This product is AMAZING!!! Within 2 days my son noticed a difference. He is able to enjoy going out to eat again. He is not worried about where a bathroom is located when he is out with his friends. He feels comfortable again and not in pain!! Thank
I recommend this product to ANYONE with IBS! You WILL notice a huge change in your life for the better!! Thank you so much Heather!!
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Product*	Bette from Yucaipa, CA Purchased on 6/7/2013 Reviewed on 6/28/2013
Pleased with Heather's Tummy Fiber
Heather's Tummy Fiber has made my life much better. I either have constipation or on occasion, diarrhea, which lowers my energy so much that I can't do anything that I need to do for a day or two. Now, when my gut feels like I might have diarrhea, I take 1/2 tsp. of Heather's Tummy Fiber, relax and in only a few minutes the feeling goes away, and my gut no longer feels like it is going to spasm. I've learned what works for me with the tummy fiber, I can take a teaspoon or so of it at night and in the morning, no more constipation. This is a huge improvement in my quality of life.
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Product*	Emma from Woodstown, NJ Purchased on 6/6/2013 Reviewed on 6/27/2013
Appears to help.
I have used this product for a couple of years along with a few other products and did find 99% relief of my symptoms.
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Product*	Star from Sacramento, CA Purchased on 6/4/2013 Reviewed on 6/25/2013
Changed my life
After suffering for nearly 13 years and not knowing why. I now have a handle on my health and my freedom again. So happy, no ecstatic that I came across your web site and your amazing products.
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Product*	Veona from youngstown, FL Purchased on 6/1/2013 Reviewed on 6/23/2013
new info for ibs diet
my ibs is under better control with this diet
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Humberto from Calgary, AB
Purchased on 5/10/2013
Reviewed on 6/21/2013

Delivery time quit long (20 working dys)

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Heather says:

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Hello Humberto,

I am so sorry you did not find the speed of delivery satisfactory. Normally orders to foreign countries take 3-7 business days. Sometimes, however, foreign orders are held up at Customs. It is very frustrating for us as well because it seems to be totally random as to whether Customs will hold an order and for how long. We have customers that order from us regularly for years without any complications and then out of the blue one of their packages will be detained for weeks on end.

It has been our experience that Customs can hold packages for 6-8 weeks sometimes. This doesn't happen to all packages, but occasionally especially with larger orders, it can happen. A delay like this is especially likely to happen when there are Customs fees due upon delivery. Sometimes orders will be held at the local post office, awaiting customer pick-up and payment of the Customs fees. This has actually happened in the past without the post office ever notifying the customer that their package was being held. So, you could check and see if your local post office does have the order for you. If things are held up in Customs, we just have to wait until they're finally processed through. All of their contact will be with you, so we never even know if Customs is holding a package until the customer passes this info along to us.

I hope you are enjoying your Tummy Fiber! Please let us know if you have any questions.

Best,
Joanna

Product*	Sharon from Santa Rosa, CA Purchased on 5/23/2013 Reviewed on 6/13/2013
IBS Cookbook
I have tried a number of the recipes, and they've been very good. I'm extremely pleased with this cookbook. Thanks!
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Product*	Kollene from Hubbard, IA Purchased on 5/14/2013 Reviewed on 6/11/2013
It really helps. I was surprised. I have tried so many things.

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Product*	Yvonne from Lakewood, CO Purchased on 5/15/2013 Reviewed on 6/5/2013
No additives or artificial ingredients and gently regulates

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Product*	Donna from Channahon, IL Purchased on 5/7/2013 Reviewed on 5/28/2013
FINALLY SOME HELP WITH THE IBS, IT REALLY WORKS!!!

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Eleanor from fontanelle, NE
Purchased on 5/6/2013
Reviewed on 5/28/2013

I have learned a lot but I am still going over the book so I can remember it.

I haven't tried any of the recipes, but I intend to.

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Hello Eleanor, Thank you for taking the time to write a product review. Please let us know if you have any questions as you are reading through the book or trying the recipes - Help@HelpForIBS.com. Enjoy! Joanna

Product*	Martha from Greensburg, IN Purchased on 5/5/2013 Reviewed on 5/26/2013
wonderful product
Heather you are are a lifesaver.There was difference in just one week.I am going to get some for my son.Thank for the product
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Product*	Suzanne from Richmond, KY Purchased on 5/4/2013 Reviewed on 5/25/2013
Works Wonders !!
I have suffered from IBS with diarrhea for years. I have never found anything that works as well as the Tummy Fiber does. I've been taking it for about a month and haven't had a single bad day.It has changed my life in a wonderful way. Thank you Heather and Co.
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Product*	Joanne from Carthage, NC Purchased on 5/3/2013 Reviewed on 5/24/2013
I like the Tummy Fiber Acacia Senegal Refillable Can very good price for the quanity and quality of this product.
The operative word: "When" I use this producet it works great. No taste or smell. Besides mixing it in water, I sprinkle it on food and I get full faster and my digestive system works better.
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Product*	John from Bozeman, MT Purchased on 5/2/2013 Reviewed on 5/23/2013
Exceptional product!
This is much easier to take and more effective than the Metamucil, which I used for more than a decade.
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Product*	Glenda from Tolleson, AZ Purchased on 5/1/2013 Reviewed on 5/22/2013
Could not take the Acacia powder
I was so excited when I received your products. Hoping for a good outcome, but unfortunately my intestines rejected the acacia powder. I am having problems with eating any food. It all seems to upsets me, and have been to the hospital twice with the pain and high blood pressure. So they want to put me on medicine as a last resort. I am just trusting God and hoping and praying for the best. Thank you so very much for your website and your encouragement for all of us. May God bless you!
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Product*	Jeanette from Deltona, FL Purchased on 4/26/2013 Reviewed on 5/17/2013
So far great!!

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Product*	Joy from New Hartford, CT Purchased on 4/25/2013 Reviewed on 5/16/2013
Have not tried many recipes yet but the ones I have are delicious.

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Joy from New Hartford, CT
Purchased on 4/25/2013
Reviewed on 5/16/2013

Made my symptoms worse. Maybe too much fibre too soon?

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Heather says:

Hello Joy,

I am so sorry to hear this. It could be that you started with too high of a dose.

Taking too much acacia too fast can cause increased gas and bloating. Acacia is one of the lowest gas-forming fibers out there and going slow makes the gas issue totally avoidable. Please be patient because this really does work.

We recommend starting with ½ teaspoon twice a day (daily dose of 1 teaspoon). You can split the daily dose up as many time as you like throughout the day, just divide it by 2 or 3 depending on the frequency you prefer. Try to increase the dose every 4th day or so by a teaspoon (add this to the daily dose). If you get increased gas and bloating by jumping the dose up by a teaspoon, try cutting this in half. Some people with IBS are so sensitive they have to go up at ¼ teaspoons every 4th day. Keep stepping up the dose every 4th day or so until you find a dose that resolves your constipation and/or diarrhea. Constipation is usually resolved with a daily dose of 4-5 tablespoons/day and diarrhea/loose stools usually resolves at a lower dose of 1-3 tablespoons/day. You shouldn't take more than 5 tbsp/day. The maintenance dose is different for each person depending on their specific symptoms. Dietary changes are often necessary to make lasting changes. In the beginning until you stabilize, it works best to take the acacia before each meal to minimize the effect of trigger foods in the meal and to calm the intestines before the food arrives.

I hope this helps! Please keep in touch as you increase.

All the best,
Joanna

Product*	Rory from Rochester, WI Purchased on 4/17/2013 Reviewed on 5/8/2013
Gave me more insight on how to eat.

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Product*	Joann from Napanoch, NY Purchased on 4/15/2013 Reviewed on 5/6/2013
This stuff works great!

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Product*	Pati from Apopka, FL Purchased on 3/18/2013 Reviewed on 5/5/2013
The most helpful product I have ever tried

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Product*	Edward from PORT ST. LUCIE, FL Purchased on 4/14/2013 Reviewed on 5/5/2013
WE ARE VERY HAPPY WITH YOUR IBS COOK BOOK

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Product*	Susan from Merrill, WI Purchased on 4/12/2013 Reviewed on 5/3/2013
great product. thanks

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Product*	Lynne from Mesa, AZ Purchased on 4/3/2013 Reviewed on 4/27/2013
Great service.

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Product*	Mona from Athens, GA Purchased on 4/6/2013 Reviewed on 4/27/2013
Love this products it works fast when I experience spasms and has also drasticlly lessen the spasm attacks.

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Judy from Selma, IN
Purchased on 4/4/2013
Reviewed on 4/25/2013

It Came Back!!

I have had IBS for over20 years so I was over the moon when I tried your products and the diarrhea was gone.....for about 6 months. So I ordered the IBS book. There is no way on God's precious earth that my husband of 51 years is going to eat tofu in any form and there is no way I am going to make 2 separate meals, that's #1. #2 we can't afford it. So I am back where I started.All my love,Heather.

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Heather says:

Hello Judy,

Thank you for your feedback. I am so sorry you were not completely satisfied with the book. We know that no one wants to cook two meals for every meal of the day, so Heather wrote this book specifically so it would be safe for those for IBS, but also enjoyable for friends and family who do not have IBS. You shouldn't have to make two meals, just one, because it will be both IBS friendly and appealing to everyone, whether or not they have IBS at all. You do not have to follow each recipe exactly how it is listed. Please feel free to swap out skinless chicken breasts for fish in the seafood recipes, or chicken for tofu in the vegetarian dishes. It is up to you and what you (and your husband) like best!

You can also find hundreds of IBS safe recipes on our website here: http://www.helpforibs.com/messageboards/ubbthreads/recipe_index.php

These are recipes other IBSers have submitted. They are approved by Heather to be IBS Safe and most of them are very simple and can be enjoyed by everyone!

I will also email you directly to further discuss how the products are helping your IBS symptoms.

I hope this helps! Please feel free to email us directly if you have any further questions on the recipes or need any further suggestions.

All the best,
Joanna

Product*	Carolyn from Skaneateles, NY Purchased on 4/3/2013 Reviewed on 4/24/2013
great everything!!

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Kathleen from Chicago, IL
Purchased on 4/1/2013
Reviewed on 4/23/2013

Still needs more time

It is too early to tell; I am still having a lot of trouble, but am a dual diagnosis person: Celiac and IBS. Along with the fact that an erroneous dx in an emergency room 20+ years ago resulted in a 4-days later life-saving surgery for a bowel obstruction; though I'd been told I had the 'flu' and was sent home. So, this case is not typical and this flare-up will take time.

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Heather says:

Hello Kathleen,

Thank you for your feedback. I am sorry to hear you are still having a lot of trouble.

It may take you several weeks to reach a daily dose of the Tummy Fiber to resolve you. Keep gradually increasing by 1/2 teaspoon every 4-5 days.

In the meantime you can find helpful diet tips on how to break the cycle of an attack: http://www.helpforibs.com/diet/faq.asp#break_cycle.

Also, Heather has some great articles on having celiac/gluten intolerance and IBS:

- http://www.helpforibs.com/news/newsletter/033005.html#askheather

- http://www.helpforibs.com/footer/celiac.asp

Please let us know if you have any further questions or feedback.

All the best
Joanna

Product*	Suzanne from Brevard, NC Purchased on 3/31/2013 Reviewed on 4/21/2013
excellent product...very soothing

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Jacqueline from Palm Springs, CA
Purchased on 3/31/2013
Reviewed on 4/21/2013

Helpful

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Heather says:

Hello Jacqueline,

Thank you for your review. We are happy to hear you think the Eating for IBS Diet and Cookbook is helpful.

I am so sorry you do not think our customer service and speed of delivery were satisfactory. Was there a problem with your order or shipping time? We strive to have excellent customer service and try to ship all orders the following business day so you do not have to wait very long for your order.

Please let us know if there is anything we can do.

Best,
Joanna

Product*	Rory from Rochester, WI Purchased on 3/29/2013 Reviewed on 4/19/2013
Works great.

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Product*	Liudmila from Tumwater, WA Purchased on 3/23/2013 Reviewed on 4/14/2013
all was good and fast shiping

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Product*	Cynthia from fort myers, FL Purchased on 3/21/2013 Reviewed on 4/11/2013
Totally satisfied with this product
I am a IBS and diverticulosis sufferer. I had experienced a bout of constipation and seeked other help besides the orange stuff. This product has healed and reestablished a regular system. I also take your peppermint gels. These have been quite helpful in healing and calming my system...Thank you Heather...for these products....
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Product*	Stacy from hastings, NY Purchased on 3/9/2013 Reviewed on 4/9/2013
Patience! It's worth it. It takes 2-3 minutes to disolve and 2-3 weeks to get regulated.
Have Patience!! I'm at the end of my 2nd week, I've increased to 3 teaspoons across the day (with my 3 cups of peppermint tea) and "everything" is moving smoothly once, sometimes twice a day.
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Product*	Carrie from Solana Beach, CA Purchased on 3/14/2013 Reviewed on 4/4/2013
great

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Product*	Sandra from detroit, MI Purchased on 3/12/2013 Reviewed on 4/2/2013
the product is great
i have been using it for two months.have had only one attack and it was mild.
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Product*	Karen from Hackettstown, NJ Purchased on 3/2/2013 Reviewed on 3/23/2013
I bought it for constipation and it is not working. Faithfully used it for three weeks

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Product*	Natalie from Bismarck, ND Purchased on 2/27/2013 Reviewed on 3/20/2013
Great Product
The tummy fiber has worked when nothing else I have tried didn't. I also like that it's all natural. The downfall is the water temperature has to be just right and I feel like I waste the fiber when I have to dump it out because the water/juice is too cold or too warm. Other than that-I am very pleased with the product!
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Product*	Dani from Heflin, AL Purchased on 2/25/2013 Reviewed on 3/18/2013
Acacia is making my life MUCH more pleasant.

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Product*	Elizabeth from Fulton, NY Purchased on 2/19/2013 Reviewed on 3/16/2013
I think this might be the answer to my problems!
This product is tasteless and does not turn into a gel. It is easy to drink. I started by using one quarter teaspoon before each meal. I am now at one teaspoon which seems to be the magic measurement for me. I have tried pills and powders and, so far, this one seems to consistently help me. I can now go back to eating my regular diet while being careful of any of my trigger foods. I am thankful.
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Product*	Thomas from Point Pleasant, NJ Purchased on 2/22/2013 Reviewed on 3/15/2013
This has helped with some of my issues. Was definitly worth it.

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Frank from Scotia, NY
Purchased on 2/21/2013
Reviewed on 3/14/2013

Doesn't mix very well

From the product description I had hoped this product would mix better. Even after vigorous stirring, a good portion still left in the glass. I suspect it's the nature of the beast.

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Heather says:

Hi Frank,

I'm so sorry you're having difficulty getting the Tummy Fiber to dissolve. The Tummy Fiber is certified organic, all natural gum of the acacia tree - also known as gum arabic. We have actually sourced the exact same organic Acacia Senegal grade from the same supplier from the time our company was founded. It is collected much like maple syrup, though the gum is more a solid than a liquid. They are amber colored, crystal-like pieces; these pieces are what the acacia gum looks like when it is collected from the outside of the tree. The gum is then dissolved in water, filtered, and the liquid is sprayed onto very large heated surfaces to sterilize the fiber and so the water can evaporate. What's left after the water evaporates is the fine, white powder that is acacia fiber.

There are no chemicals used in processing the acacia, and every step from the orchards to the processing to our packaging facility is certified organic. Because this is a natural gum with nothing added, and not a synthetic product that is highly processed, the grain size of the finished powder can vary from lot to lot, and even within a single lot. Even though we have specs in place for the grain size to be consistent and the optimum granularity for dissolving easily in liquids, during the packaging process the conveying and vibrating activities can sometimes separate out larger grains of the gum. This can result in a handful of finished packages of Tummy Fiber that have larger or more irregular grain sizes, which can then take longer to dissolve in liquids.

I'm including a list of tips we've come up with over the years to help fully dissolve the acacia in liquids or moist foods.

TIPS TO DISSOLVE TUMMY FIBER

1) It works best if the liquid temperature is cool or lukewarm, not very cold or boiling hot

2) Add Tummy Fiber to an empty cup, mix it with add just enough liquid to dissolve it, then add the remaining liquid

3) Stir with a fork instead of a spoon

4) After stirring initially, let it sit for about 60 seconds, then stir again and any remaining lumps should dissolve

5) Sprinkle on moist foods while stirring it in instead of adding a big spoonful all at once

6) A customer recently wrote us to say that he uses a Cuisinart Quick-Prep hand held blender to mix up his Tummy Fiber in just a few seconds.

If you are still unable to use the Tummy Fiber and are at all unhappy, please let us know and we will replace or refund the product.

Hope this helps,
Joanna

Product*	Melinda from Lakeport, CA Purchased on 2/21/2013 Reviewed on 3/14/2013
Wonderful.
I am learning as I go and constantly review the books. I bought a copy of one of the books and gave it to the owner of the health food store here in Lakeport. I have also shown it to my doctor. The doctors need HELP. Thank you.
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Joyce from Robert Lee, TX
Purchased on 1/27/2013
Reviewed on 3/9/2013

Very disappointed

I have been taking Citrucel for abt 14yrs. But still having the Big D for abt 15 years . So I decided to try this Product hoping it would help. Even tho I was taking 4 Citracel a day. I started out with 1/2 tsp. after trying for a week this product made be very uncomfortable, cramps ,bloated & gas .... So gave up on this and when back to the old citrucel again. Really wish it would have work for me . But no luck. But am glad it works for some people.... Wish there was a miracle pill for this thing they call IBS!! Maybe someday.

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Heather says:

Feedback Rating

Hi Joyce - I'm so sorry you're not feeling better. You may be someone who is extra sensitive to any change in your fiber. Your Citrucel was at a very low dose (4 tablets = 2 grams), so you may need to drop below that dose if you change to the Tummy Fiber.

Normally, people can start on ½ teaspoon twice daily (that would be 2 grams), but for people who are just extra sensitive, they may have to start at ¼ teaspoon twice daily. That should not cause any bloating or gas, it should just get your gut used to a change. You can then add an extra ¼ tsp to one of your daily doses every 4-5 days or so, and keep gradually increasing at that rate.

Diarrhea does tend to resolve at a lower end of the dose range, but I don't think 2 grams will be enough. On average, diarrhea takes 5-15 grams per day, more typically 10-12 grams per day.

If you're willing to start over at a lower dose, I would hope you see big improvements with no side effects. If you prefer to just return the Tummy Fiber for a full refund you are certainly welcome to, and I understand.

Best,
Heather

Product*	Christine from Deep River, CT Purchased on 2/14/2013 Reviewed on 3/7/2013
So far so good.
This seems to be helping quite a bit. It takes some finesse to mix it into liquids.
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Cynthia from Aurora, CO
Purchased on 2/5/2013
Reviewed on 2/26/2013

great delivery of product

Cookbook is too generic and recipes are too easy and bland

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Heather says:

Hi Cynthia - thanks so much for your feedback! I'm so sorry if the recipes seem too easy - I really wanted this book to be accessible for everyone, whether they'd been cooking gourmet meals for years, or they had never boiled water in their life. That's why there are 175 recipes - I tried to be as comprehensive as possible, so there are all-American traditional favorites as well as exotic ethnic options.

If you find things too bland by all means increase the herbs and spices called for in the recipes. I tend to season things very generously, but if it's not enough for you please use more - in general, most all herbs and spices are digestive aids, so there is no need to eat bland food just because you have IBS. Foods should be delicious as well as safe for IBS!

Best,
Heather

Product*	Patricia from Kodak, TN Purchased on 2/1/2013 Reviewed on 2/23/2013
Great
This book has been so helpful to me. It has given me Details on how to eat and what to eat, plus the wonderful recipes. I have tried several already and they are very good. Thanks
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Karen from Wasco, OR
Purchased on 1/31/2013
Reviewed on 2/21/2013

I like it

Other than on cereal or in a shake, I can't figure out how to use it. I don't always have cereal for breakfast.

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Heather says:

Hi Karen - you can add the Tummy Fiber to any moist food or liquid, or cook with it. For liquids, just add to your glass first then add your beverage, stir and dissolve. You can also add it to bottled water, shake it up, and drink or take with you. Sprinkle on any wet food - hot cereals, guacamole, pastas, soups, sauces, dips, puddings, tuna salad, etc. For baking add 1 T fiber per cup of flour. For other cooking, whisk in 1 T fiber per cup of liquid. Hope this helps!

Best,
Heather

Product*	Gloria from Maple Grove, MN Purchased on 1/28/2013 Reviewed on 2/19/2013
A very helpful product.

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Product*	Judith from Albany, OR Purchased on 1/26/2013 Reviewed on 2/16/2013
I am so happy i found your products and books online because it has made a huge improvment in my life, Thank you Heather

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Product*	Wendy from Jackson, NJ Purchased on 1/22/2013 Reviewed on 2/12/2013
Fiber
I've been taking it for two weeks,no results yet,I have ibs with contp
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Product*	Michael from Jacksonville, IL Purchased on 1/22/2013 Reviewed on 2/12/2013
it works sometimes
Having an extreme case of IBS I will try alot of different things. This product works sometimes.
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Product*	Marianne from Running Springs, CA Purchased on 1/20/2013 Reviewed on 2/11/2013
Over all a must read
The book explains so much in detail. Gives you a list of safe snacks and what to eat while you are in pain and experiencing symptoms. Also has a lot of great recipes, however they are mostly gourmet. Would have liked more plain easy, fast recipes too.
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Product*	Bob from New Smyrna Beach, FL Purchased on 1/16/2013 Reviewed on 2/9/2013
Has helped onlyn 1 IBS flre up since start using

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Product*	Nancy from Florence, AL Purchased on 1/16/2013 Reviewed on 2/6/2013
Excellent service and item.
I was told by doctors to use psyllium which did not work, they said I was taking too much or not enough--so I quit. The Acacia so far has been fine. Have not yet increased dosage.
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Leslie from Ridge, NY
Purchased on 1/15/2013
Reviewed on 2/5/2013

Opinion

I began taking 1/4 tsp twice a day ... I've been using this product for the past 2 weeks. I was thrilled when I didn't wake up with nausea from gas buildup during the night - still had the gas - but I developed cramping so I cut back to 1/4 tsp each day which does help but I still need the anti-spasmodic medicine Bentyl but not as much. I still experience 1/2 solid stool in pellet form and some solid and then diarrhea - I am keeping a food journal too but I don't think my system will ever return to normal again. This is my new normal. It's better and I am grateful for that. I also purchased the IBS cookbook which I read for dietary suggestions.

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Heather says:

Hi Leslie - It's good that you have started the fiber at a low dose, but you need to gradually increase that dose in order to see any benefits. The purpose of starting low, increasing gradually, is to get your gut used to more fiber (fiber is literally indigestible).

¼ tsp is only ½ gram of fiber - that is not enough to get any benefits from. See if you can increase your dose to ½ tsp twice a day. After 4-5 days go to 1 tsp in the am, and still ½ tsp in the pm. After another 4-5 days make both doses 1 tsp. And continue to increase slowly but steadily from there.

The gradual increase should prevent gas and bloating. Getting your dose up high enough will help prevent the painful spasms from IBS.

Please let me know if you have any other questions or concerns.

Best,
Heather

Product*	Amie from Pacific palisades, CA Purchased on 1/15/2013 Reviewed on 2/5/2013
The best!!

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Product*	Melody from portland, OR Purchased on 1/15/2013 Reviewed on 2/5/2013
Regulating amount
Have been using the product for approximately 3 weeks; have been having a little trouble regulating the proper amount to take but over all, seems to be working.
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Product*	Cherryl from Standish, ME Purchased on 1/11/2013 Reviewed on 2/2/2013
Love the product.
I have found great relief since I have started using Heathers' products and recipies. I'm hoping they will start stocking this product in my local grocery store. I have recommended this product to a couple of others of my friends who have some digestion problems. I can't thank you enough.
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Product*	Lisa from Grand Prairie, TX Purchased on 1/10/2013 Reviewed on 1/31/2013
great product!
I have had IBS for about 20 years. I've had several tests and tried many pills and treatments. This has been the best product I've used by far.
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Product*	Amanda from dalton, GA Purchased on 1/10/2013 Reviewed on 1/31/2013
Has help my ibs. Well worth the money . I highly recommend it.

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Product*	Amanda from dalton, GA Purchased on 1/6/2013 Reviewed on 1/27/2013
Great.

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Product*	Carol from New York, NY Purchased on 1/4/2013 Reviewed on 1/25/2013
Excellent Across the Board
This is a wonderful product. Has literally changed my life. I feel so much healthier! Never bloated or irregular. And let's face it could there be a more uncomfortable feeling.
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Product*	Virginia from Danvers, MA Purchased on 1/2/2013 Reviewed on 1/24/2013
I have only had this cookbook for a couple weeks but so far I feel better and the recipes are delicious.

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Product*	Tracy from Tuscumbia, AL Purchased on 1/3/2013 Reviewed on 1/24/2013
Amazing Product that works GREAT!!!!!
I had a small bowel resection in 2008 due to blood clots in my mesenteric arteries. Due to scar tissue and adhesions from that surgery, I developed a bowel obstruction in December 2012. I was advised by a dietitian to avoid foods that are high in insolubl fiber. Since I have a sister with colon cancer, I was also advised to get plenty of fiber each day. After lots of confusion and frustration, I found the answer for both issues. Heather's Tummy Fiber has the soluble fiber that will help keep my colon healthy while also not causing issues with the bowel obstruction. It has no taste whatsoever and is easy to add to my water bottle 3 times per day. Thank you so much for the great product, fast shipping, and solution to my complicated issue!!!!
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Product*	Kelly from Akron, OH Purchased on 12/25/2012 Reviewed on 1/19/2013
Works great!
After a few weeks, the bloating and pain symptoms subsided almost completely. It also helped with the constipation-when you are used to going once to twice a week, daily is amazing =) FYI-It also dissolves better if you let it sit for few minutes after stirring.
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Product*	Bonnie from Schaumburg, IL Purchased on 12/28/2012 Reviewed on 1/18/2013
so far, it isn't helping too much with my chronic diarrhea?
I have short bowel syndrome which causes chronic diarrhea, so I thought maybe this would help, but I am not sure how much I should take? I have tried 1 tsp x 2/day and no luck, then I tried 2 tsp x 2/day and it seemed to help some, but I don't know if I should increase it or not? I was also considering trying your peppermint gels?
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Product*	Marilynn from East Aurora, NY Purchased on 12/18/2012 Reviewed on 1/8/2013
Book Review/ Plan review
This book has been a real saving grace for me, having had GI problems for many years and finding out that traditional medicine had no answers except pills, which I refused to take! This whole program is beautifully set up and easy to follow. Questions are answered promptly and helpfully. I do feel that some of the recipes contain ingredients that are not commonly a part of my kitchen..I cook very little. But I am finding, too, that I can revise and substitute, and am getting better at it. Thank you Heather for all you do for all of us who have been at wit's end about what to do with this problem, while still trying to live a "normal" active life! You're the best!
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Product*	Jessie from Bellingham, WA Purchased on 12/18/2012 Reviewed on 1/8/2013
This was a great help.

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Product*	Diane from Fleming Island, FL Purchased on 12/14/2012 Reviewed on 1/4/2013
great fiber had it before that why I re ordered it again great product

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Product*	Evamarie from Babylon, NY Purchased on 12/10/2012 Reviewed on 12/31/2012
this product is the best product i have tried.

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Product*	Karen from Winnipeg, MB Purchased on 11/19/2012 Reviewed on 12/31/2012
This book had a lot of great recipes that even my husband will eat!

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Tiffany from Dorr, MI
Purchased on 12/10/2012
Reviewed on 12/31/2012

some things made me sick

somethings are helpful,somethings made me sick

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Heather says:
Hi Tiffany - I'm so sorry to hear some things made you sick. If you can give me more details about what is helping and what isn't I should have some suggestions for you. Best, Heather

Product*	Martha from Whittier, CA Purchased on 12/5/2012 Reviewed on 12/26/2012
happy customer! enjoy the receipies

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Product*	Margaret from Orland Park, IL Purchased on 11/30/2012 Reviewed on 12/23/2012
mixes well with food, doesn't disolve well in water

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Product*	Eric from Louisville, KY Purchased on 11/30/2012 Reviewed on 12/21/2012
very helpful product...and very helpful website

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Product*	Dara from Marblehead, MA Purchased on 11/27/2012 Reviewed on 12/18/2012
This product changed my life...for the better!!!

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Product*	Marie from Boise, ID Purchased on 11/26/2012 Reviewed on 12/17/2012
I like the product...question below
Question: Can you use acacia in a hot liquid like tea or does the liquid need to be luke warm? Thank you.
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Product*	Alex from Woodhaven, NY Purchased on 11/16/2012 Reviewed on 12/12/2012
Acai Tummy Fiber
I've been taking a fiber and herb supplement for years, (it's only intended for short-term use), because it was the only thing I found that kept me regular. I stopped these supplements as soon as I began the acai fiber. The acai powder has been working great and produces consistent results. Excellent product. Easier when sprinkled over food because doesn't mix well in liquids, but stirring with a fork rather than a spoon definitely helps.
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Product*	Diane from Apex, NC Purchased on 11/20/2012 Reviewed on 12/11/2012
Very good product

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Product*	Margie from Vinton, IA Purchased on 11/19/2012 Reviewed on 12/10/2012
Still trying to get the proper daily amount figured out.

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Sharon from Penn Valey, CA
Purchased on 11/16/2012
Reviewed on 12/7/2012

Very good product

I think the Acacia Fiber is wonderful but I'm concerned that Heather's focus on soluble vs non-soluble fiber does not consider the thousands of people now allergic to genetically modified food, especially wheat/grains. I have suffered with IBS for years and now find that taking grains out of my diet is healing my gut. Please pass this on to Heather.

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Hi Sharon - thanks so much for your feedback! To avoid GMO grains just choose certified organic options. They are never genetically modified. You can also avoid grains entirely and use root veggies for your soluble fiber foundation. That is just fine! Best, Heather

Product*	Ginger from Spring, TX Purchased on 11/14/2012 Reviewed on 12/5/2012
I was amazed at how quickly I got this order!
I have already shared your site with a friend that I'm sure will also find your site helpful. Thank you for the great info & excellent product as well as excellent delivery!
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Nicolas from Podkowa Lesna,
Purchased on 10/13/2012
Reviewed on 11/29/2012

For me not quite strong enough, prefer Metamucil

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Heather says:

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Hi there,
I am sorry to hear that you were less than satisfied with the Acacia Tummy Fiber. It can take a while to work up to the right dose, and it is important to start at a low dose and gradually increase. It is not something that will work overnight.
Depending on your symptoms, you may need to take a higher dose of the acacia than you are taking right now.
Typically, people with diarrhea symptoms see a resolving dose anywhere from 1-3 Tablespoons per day, and constipation usually requires more than that- anywhere from 3-5 Tablespoons.

Here's a link to more information on the Acacia fiber, called the 5 constipation frustrations. You may find this helpful!
http://www.helpforibs.com/news/newsletter/060705.html#askheather

Of course, if you decide not to take the acacia for any reason, you can return it to us for a refund.
See our return policy here: http://www.helpforibs.com/shop/shipping.asp

Best regards,
Alieta

Alieta Gregg - Sales Representative
Heather's Tummy Care

Product*	Lynn from Mooresville, IN Purchased on 11/7/2012 Reviewed on 11/28/2012
Big help by the second dose for IBS-D! This is my lifeline!
No prescription, simple, safe and effective. I can enjoy the holidays after 3 months of almost non-stop misery. I am spreading the word to friends and family who also suffer. God bless you, Heather!
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Product*	Melissa from Parkland, FL Purchased on 11/5/2012 Reviewed on 11/26/2012
Amazing product!
I have never felt better. My morning IBS nightmares of diarrhea are a thing of the past. This product keeps me regular without gas. And it dissolves right in my morning cup of joe or my evening glass of water. Love it!
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Product*	Susan from New Derry, PA Purchased on 10/31/2012 Reviewed on 11/24/2012
I have been using this product for 5 years. It has helped me immensely. I have also purchased other products from your site. Thank you Heather!

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Joanne from chicago, IL
Purchased on 10/19/2012
Reviewed on 11/19/2012

great receipes

wondering if you have any opinion on chia seeds as they relate to ibs. thanks, joanne

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Heather says:
Hi Joannne - thanks for the kind comments. So glad you like the recipes! Chia seeds have about 50/50 soluble/insoluble fiber , so be cautious with them. Treat them like any other insoluble fiber food and follow the guidelines - most importantly, have them with a soluble fiber base. Best, Heather

Product*	Cherryl from Standish, ME Purchased on 10/29/2012 Reviewed on 11/19/2012
very helpful
I have used several of the recipes in the cookbook and am totally enjoying them and the information I needed to get myself eating right and back on track.
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Sandra from Monroeville, PA
Purchased on 10/28/2012
Reviewed on 11/18/2012

Review of "Eating for IBS"

Was somewhat disappointed but did not give a bad rating because the reason was partly due to an allergy to soy and any form of sugar. I found only a few recipes that I would want to cook. I would like to see more recipes for casseroles or alternatives to popular food like pizza and pasta.

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Hi Sandra - thanks so much for your feedback. Please feel free to use any non-dairy substitutes instead of soy. There are lots of great rice, almond, oat, and hemp milk alternatives now, and they are just fine for IBS.

I'm not sure if these will fit the bill for you, but there are pizza and pasta recipes in the book. Check pages 219-223 for pizza, and 208-218 plus 134-138 for pasta and noodle dishes.

I don't do too many casseroles, but there is a great tuna casserole recipe on the website here http://www.helpforibs.com/news/newsletter/07/121107.html#fooddiet

If you are looking for even more recipes, there are hundreds of recipes submitted by customers on the IBS Recipe Exchange Index here: http://www.helpforibs.com/messageboards/ubbthreads/recipe_index.php

Best,
Heather

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Jeanne from Lake, MI
Purchased on 10/28/2012
Reviewed on 11/18/2012

Not at all satisfied with the way it doesn't dissolve.

Do you have a trick to make this product dissolve? I have stirred it into both cold and hot liquids both small and large amounts of liquid and cannot get it to dissolve in a short time. Sometimes there is some left on the spoon even when I think it is all dissolved. It really discourages me from using the product at all and I hate to see my money wasted.

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Hi Jeanne,

I'm so sorry you're having difficulty getting the Tummy Fiber to dissolve. The Tummy Fiber is certified organic, all natural gum of the acacia tree - also known as gum arabic. We have actually sourced the exact same organic Acacia Senegal grade from the same supplier from the time our company was founded. It is collected much like maple syrup, though the gum is more a solid than a liquid. They are amber colored, crystal-like pieces; these pieces are what the acacia gum looks like when it is collected from the outside of the tree. The gum is then dissolved in water, filtered, and the liquid is sprayed onto very large heated surfaces to sterilize the fiber and so the water can evaporate. What's left after the water evaporates is the fine, white powder that is acacia fiber.

There are no chemicals used in processing the acacia, and every step from the orchards to the processing to our packaging facility is certified organic. Because this is a natural gum with nothing added, and not a synthetic product that is highly processed, the grain size of the finished powder can vary from lot to lot, and even within a single lot. Even though we have specs in place for the grain size to be consistent and the optimum granularity for dissolving easily in liquids, during the packaging process the conveying and vibrating activities can sometimes separate out larger grains of the gum. This can result in a handful of finished packages of Tummy Fiber that have larger or more irregular grain sizes, which can then take longer to dissolve in liquids.

I'm including a list of tips we've come up with over the years to help fully dissolve the acacia in liquids or moist foods.

TIPS TO DISSOLVE TUMMY FIBER

1) It works best if the liquid temperature is cool or lukewarm, not very cold or boiling hot

2) Add Tummy Fiber to an empty cup, mix it with add just enough liquid to dissolve it, then add the remaining liquid

3) Stir with a fork instead of a spoon

4) After stirring initially, let it sit for about 60 seconds, then stir again and any remaining lumps should dissolve

5) Sprinkle on moist foods while stirring it in instead of adding a big spoonful all at once

If you are still unable to use the Tummy Fiber and are at all unhappy, please let us know and we will replace or refund the product.

Hope this helps,
Heather

Product*	Eva from Boonville, NY Purchased on 10/23/2012 Reviewed on 11/17/2012
Excellent!
It took me a couple of weeks to adjust to product, but I am very happy with the results!
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Ann from Dandridge, TN
Purchased on 10/26/2012
Reviewed on 11/16/2012

I am having trouble getting my body used to the fiber. Still having diarrhea and having to take Imodium. Hoping to get some relief.

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Heather says:

Hi Ann - I'm so sorry to hear you're still struggling. Please make sure you started with a Tummy Fiber dose of ½ teaspoon twice daily, and that you are gradually increasing that dose by an extra ½ teaspoon every 4 days or so.

Diarrhea typically resolves at 1-3 tablespoons total per day, but you do have to reach those higher doses gradually. If you resolve at a lower dose, just stay there. You can continue to take Imodium with the fiber, that is not a problem at all. As your fiber dose increases and diarrhea resolves, you should be able to transition off the Imodium.

Best,
Heather

Product*	Margaret from Lower Lake, CA Purchased on 10/24/2012 Reviewed on 11/14/2012
Great product.
My bouts with both diarrea and constipation have decreased by at least 50%. Thank you for this product and for what you do.
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Barbara from Surprise, AZ
Purchased on 10/24/2012
Reviewed on 11/14/2012

I'm so glad I found these products....

All the information I've received has been more helpful than anything my doctors have told me. I am eating the IBS Diet way, using the fennel tea (can't do peppermint) using the fiber. I don't care for the recipes for entrees....don't care for the spices, fish, tofu, etc....but I am using the information to make up my own. I love the breads.... I'm staying away from all desserts..and so far, that is ok. Thanks for all the help!

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Heather says:

Hi Barbara! Thanks so much for your feedback.

You are right on the money to use the diet info in the book to suit your own tastes, and modify your own favorite recipes. That is the whole point of the guidelines, so that everyone can cook and eat both safely and deliciously, whatever their food preferences. You can also adjust the recipes in the book to suit you, and substitute the herbs and spices you prefer, or omit seasonings altogether, etc.

You might also check out the chicken entrée recipes, as those almost all come from my grandmother, so they are very much all-American traditional style dinner dishes. Or swap out chicken for fish in the seafood recipes, or chicken for tofu in the vegetarian dishes, etc. It is up to you and what you like best!

Best,
Heather

Product*	Anita from springfield, MO Purchased on 10/19/2012 Reviewed on 11/13/2012
great product speedy delivery

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Product*	Sheila from West Jordan, UT Purchased on 10/20/2012 Reviewed on 11/12/2012
acacia tummy fiber
Seems to be helping with my IBS. I will continue to use.
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Product*	Rose from Auburn, WA Purchased on 10/16/2012 Reviewed on 11/7/2012
Tummy fiber and Fennel tea are working great for my daughters gas and bloating! Both are almost a non issue now. Thank you

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Product*	Yvonne from Elk Grove, CA Purchased on 10/15/2012 Reviewed on 11/5/2012
I love this product is does what it says it does.
I take this soluble fiber with water before breadfast and dinner. It helps me all day long to stay stable and no diarrhea symtoms.
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Product*	Donna from Fresno, CA Purchased on 9/4/2012 Reviewed on 10/30/2012
Both these products really work for me!
Along with diet changes and these products my IBS is 100% better. I'm so glad I found you!!!
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Product*	Julie from Mountain Home, AR Purchased on 10/3/2012 Reviewed on 10/24/2012
Just started the product, seems to help. Thank you

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Nancy from Seattle, WA
Purchased on 9/29/2012
Reviewed on 10/20/2012

I've skimmed the book and find the principals helpful. However, I live alone and many of the recipes are for much larger families. Also I simply do better with "' 4 or 5" ingredient or less type of cookbooks.

I really found Heather's IBS Acacia fiber @ 1/2 tsp twice a day, the fennel and peppermint teas very helpful for getting relief. I had an acture attach, which may have been both IBS and gall bladder, In addition to Heather's above products I also did a gall bladder cleanse of juicing 1/3rd beet, 2 carrots and 1/2 cucumber once or twice a day. Anyway, I'm OK now. I plan to continue using the Heather's Acacia fiber @ 1/2 tsp twice a day and fennel tea, which I can get at my health food store @ Westwood Village shopping center, Seattle.

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Heather says:

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Hi Nancy - thank you so much for your feedback! You can actually easily halve most, if not all, of the recipes in Eating for IBS. They have all been tested both ways, and I typically do this myself as I'm usually only cooking for two people.

Many of the recipes were originally meant to make two servings, but for publication the publisher wanted an average of 4 servings per recipe, so I had to test doubling the smaller recipes.

If you want very simple, fast and easy recipes, there are a lot of them in the book but I also focused specifically on that for the Heather Cooks DVD, in response to reader requests. You can see the recipes for that here http://www.helpforibs.com/shop/books/hcooks.asp Those are literally recipes you can throw together in just 10 minutes in the kitchen, and I tried to focus on All-American options.

For Eating for IBS, though, in order to be comprehensive I tried to give the widest range possible with 175 recipes so there was something for everyone, from standard worknight fare to ethnic options to holiday special event meals.

If you have specific recipe or ingredient questions, just let me know!

Best,
Heather

Product*	Kristin from Wheeling, WV Purchased on 9/26/2012 Reviewed on 10/17/2012
I can't imagine not having this product. It has helped me so much.
Taking this on a daily basis has eliminated the cramping I would have every day. It was so painful. Now, it would be rare for me to get the cramping and spasms like I did. I take it EVERYWHERE with me. I use it every morning first thing. Thank you.
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Product*	Carol from Columbia, MD Purchased on 9/18/2012 Reviewed on 10/11/2012
Great product!
Has helped to resolve my abdominal symptoms; it dissolves easily in water and is tasteless. I love taking it twice each day.
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Sharyn from San R, CA
Purchased on 9/19/2012
Reviewed on 10/10/2012

Reviw

I liked the explanation and list of foods. The receipes were not to my liking. We do not eat many of the types of food presented. I have found substitues for the bad foods, such as gluten free and dairy free parducts in the stores. I would like to make a meatloaf using the good fats.

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Heather says:

Hello Sharyn,

I am so sorry you did not like some of the recipes in the cookbook.

If you are looking for more recipes, there are hundreds of recipes submitted by customers on the IBS Recipe Exchange Index here: http://www.helpforibs.com/messageboards/ubbthreads/recipe_index.php

If you do a page search for "meatloaf", you will find over 10 IBS safe meatloaf recipes!

I hope this helps. Please let us know if you have any further questions.

Best,
Joanna
Heather's Tummy Care Representative

Product*	Angie from Lake Mary, FL Purchased on 9/17/2012 Reviewed on 10/8/2012
I love the product because it's organic. I have purchased other products as well from this website like the tummy tea and have been very pleased with the results. I have IBS and have struggled for years with it. I'm also excited to know that there is a st

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Product*	Robert from Santa Rosa, CA Purchased on 9/14/2012 Reviewed on 10/5/2012
great help in motility
great help in motility
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Product*	Manny from Richmond Hill, ON Purchased on 8/21/2012 Reviewed on 10/2/2012
excellent product

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H. Marlene from Lansing, KS
Purchased on 9/5/2012
Reviewed on 9/27/2012

OK, but expensive

I have started mixing it in with my no-sugar Metamucil, hoping to save a bit.

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Heather says:

Hello,

I am so sorry you think the Tummy Fiber is expensive. If you look at the price per gram of Tummy Fiber compared to Metamucil, you will see that we are actually less expensive:

1 Refill Pouch of Tummy Fiber: $16.95 for 16 oz (453 grams) = $0.0374 per gram
2 grams soluble fiber per level teaspoon (out 2.5 grams total weight) - http://www.helpforibs.com/shop/suplmts/acacia.asp
Ingredients: acacia senegal

1 Metamucil Smooth Texture Sugar Free Orange : $12.05* for 10 oz (283.5 grams) = $0.0425 per gram
2 grams soluble fiber per rounded teaspoon (out of 5.4 grams total weight) - http://www.metamucil.com/metamucil-sugarfree-orange-smooth.php
* http://www.vitacost.com/metamucil-smooth-texture-sugar-free
Ingredients: Psyllium Husk, Maltodextrin, Citric Acid, Natural and Artificial Orange Flavor, Aspartame, Yellow 6

I am not sure if this is the specific Metamucil product you are using, but the flavoring and fillers in many Metamucil products can actually trigger IBS symptoms (especially the sugar free products, which contain artificial sweeteners like aspartame). Also these fillers and flavorings make up 2/3 of what you are paying for.

Heather's Tummy Fiber is 100% soluble fiber and is all natural, certified organic, naturally sugar free, tasteless, naturally gluten free, and will not trigger any IBS symptoms such as gas, bloating, pain, cramping, etc. Metamucil is mostly filler ingredients, and the source of fiber in it, psyllium, is only about 2/3 soluble fiber. The remaining 1/3 is insoluble fiber, which can trigger IBS.

You can also stock up to save on the per pouch price and shipping cost by purchasing the Tummy Fiber in bulk: http://www.helpforibs.com/shop/deals/default.asp

Purchasing the Tummy Fiber Bulk Kit will drop the per pouch price down from $16.95 to $16.11. It also knocks the shipping price down from $4.99 for one item to $3.32 per item. Also, if you are in the US, the most you will currently pay for shipping is $9.97 for 3 or more items.

I hope this helps! Please let me know if you have any other questions on the pricing of the Tummy Fiber.

Best,
Joanna

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Lisa from Quarryville, PA
Purchased on 9/4/2012
Reviewed on 9/25/2012

Tummy fiber review

I was skeptical when beginning it, as it seemed to cause loose stools, but then I read some info on the forums about starting at a lower dose and that seemed to help. I am up to 1/4 tsp. twice a day and things seem to be going well. This combined with changing my diet and eating habits I have stopped taking my prescribed bentnyl....yay! Yours is the best book I have found!

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Heather says:

Hi Lisa,

Thank you so much for your kind words! We are thrilled to hear you are feeling better and enjoying Heather's book!

I see you rated our Customer Service and Speed of Delivery with a 3. Is there anything we can do to improve on either of those?

We strive to have excellent customer service and welcome any feedback.

Thank you again for your kind words.

All the best,
Joanna

Heather's Tummy Care Representative

Product*	Christopher from Waltham, MA Purchased on 8/27/2012 Reviewed on 9/23/2012
Great product!

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Product*	Alison from Caledonia, MI Purchased on 8/29/2012 Reviewed on 9/19/2012
I love this!
I never thought "fiber" would help prevent the D. that has kept me home for days at a time - but it does! Wonderful product.
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Product*	Ellen from Gainesville, FL Purchased on 8/29/2012 Reviewed on 9/19/2012
Excellent product - great service!
This product makes the difference between digestive misery and a normal life for me! It is a mild and all natural way to stay regular and limit the uncomfortable symptoms of IBS. Thank you, Heather, for all your great products and your guidance. You gave me answers that even gastroenterologists couldn't provide. After 38 years of frustration and pain, I can live a normal life again.
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Product*	Kimberly from Butner, NC Purchased on 8/29/2012 Reviewed on 9/19/2012
I really love the book. I originally bought it for my daughter who was newly diagnosed with ibs this summer.

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Product*	Barbara from Federal Way, WA Purchased on 8/27/2012 Reviewed on 9/17/2012
Seems to be helping by reducing number of bowel movements.

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Product*	Christine from Buckeye, AZ Purchased on 8/26/2012 Reviewed on 9/16/2012
Product seems to be working great so far (I'm a new customer).
I am finding great relief from my IBS syptoms by using the product and avoiding IBS "triggers." Ordering on line is easy and delivery of the order is fast.
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Product*	Susan from Ardmore, PA Purchased on 8/25/2012 Reviewed on 9/15/2012
This is the most helpful product I have found. It gives me confidence and hope.

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Product*	Chris from Tallahassee, FL Purchased on 8/21/2012 Reviewed on 9/12/2012
Believe it is helping

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Product*	Jennifer from Palo Alto, CA Purchased on 8/18/2012 Reviewed on 9/8/2012
Got some great recipes for sensitive stomachs.i liked the diverse ingredients and possibility yo make tast dishes

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Product*	Nancy from Mukwonago, WI Purchased on 8/18/2012 Reviewed on 9/8/2012
Gret product!! I know that I could not get by without it. It makes life so much better!!

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Product*	Karen from irwin, PA Purchased on 8/17/2012 Reviewed on 9/7/2012
five stars in all three ratings

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Product*	Ida from henderson, NV Purchased on 8/16/2012 Reviewed on 9/6/2012
tummy fiber
when I take tummy fiber do I take with a cup of water and just before I eat?
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Product*	Jeff from chillicothe, OH Purchased on 8/14/2012 Reviewed on 9/5/2012
great service and products

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Product*	Kim from Clermont, FL Purchased on 8/15/2012 Reviewed on 9/5/2012
Love, love, love this product. The only fiber made that does not give me gas....its' a miracle!!!

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Product*	Michael from Warwick, RI Purchased on 8/15/2012 Reviewed on 9/5/2012
Acacia Senegal
Acacia Senegal definitely helps, but I would not go so far as to call it a cure. I will continue to use it until something even better comes along.
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Anne from Pacifica, CA
Purchased on 8/10/2012
Reviewed on 8/31/2012

12 years old and somewhat out of date.

No mention of possible Celiac disease nor wheat sensitivity causing IBS symptoms. I followed the IBS diet for about 5 days and got progressively worse. Only by doing research and eliminating wheat did I find some relief. Doctors are very ignorant about these conditions. I would recommend that the IBS book be updated to include wheat sensitivity.

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Hi Anne - thank you for your feedback. Celiac is actually listed in the book (and on this website) as one of the disorders that has to be ruled out for a diagnosis of IBS. Gluten intolerance (celiac) is a separate issue from IBS, and Eating for IBS is not focused on celiac or gluten intolerance. You can combine both dietary issues if you need to, that's not super uncommon, but most people with IBS do not also have celiac. They are two different disorders.

The book does address the issue with whole wheat, due to the insoluble fiber in wheat bran, that comes up with IBS, and you'll notice that the recipes do not use whole wheat. The wheat bran/insoluble fiber issue is distinct from a true wheat intolerance or gluten sensitivity, however.

If the book doesn't fit your needs you are certainly welcome to return it.

My apologies,
Heather

Product*	Olga` from New Bedford, MA Purchased on 8/10/2012 Reviewed on 8/31/2012
I never hardly ever get hertburn however sometmes this pill gives me hertburn and Inever know when its going to do that

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Product*	Christine from Buffalo, NY Purchased on 8/7/2012 Reviewed on 8/28/2012
Good product, has helped a great deal with my symptoms

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Product*	Donna from KEENE, NH Purchased on 11/25/2024 Reviewed on 12/22/2024
Excellent product and ordering and delivery.
The peppermint tea and capsules are the best. The tea especially is so much better then bought in stores. There are some in the stores that are good, but Heather's is the best and works quickly to soothe those symptoms. Thanks so much for a great product and all of your products. You are an angel for many of us who have these issues with IBS!!
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Product*	Samer from NORTH POTOMAC, MD Purchased on 11/30/2024 Reviewed on 12/21/2024
Great product

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