Metamucil Nutrition Information

Metamucil is a fiber supplement for digestive health. It’s available in different forms, including powders, capsules, and cookies, some with added sugar and flavors.

Here’s what you need to know about the types of Metamucil and their nutritional information.

Metamucil’s Benefits From Psyllium Husk

According to Cleveland Clinic, your doctor may prescribe fiber supplements like Metamucil to relieve both constipation and diarrhea if your diet doesn’t provide enough fiber.

Psyllium husk is the primary ingredient in Metamucil as well as other fiber supplements, notes Harvard Health Publishing. Psyllium is a plant-based source of soluble fiber. It’s obtained from the seeds of the Plantago ovata herb.

In fact, the benefits of psyllium extend beyond digestive health. Harvard Health Publishing notes that psyllium husk can help relieve constipation but also might lower cholesterol levels and improve heart health.

Psyllium is a bulk-forming laxative that combines with liquid to form a thick gel that absorbs bile acids as well as cholesterol, which are then eliminated from your body via your stool.

Cleveland Clinic explains that fiber can also help regulate your blood sugar levels and help weight management by promoting satiety. It can help prevent intestinal cancer by preventing the buildup of harmful substances in your digestive tract.

Despite Metamucil’s many benefits, only take it as instructed by your doctor. Cleveland Clinic notes that excess fiber could interfere with the absorption and effectiveness of certain medications and nutrients.

MedlinePlus states that psyllium supplements are to be taken one to three times a day, per your doctor’s instructions, and that you should not take them for longer than a week unless prescribed by your doctor.

Metamucil Nutritional Information

Metamucil’s nutrition facts for each of its products are listed on its website.

While all the products are made with psyllium husk, the nutrition profile of each product varies slightly depending on its other ingredients. For instance, the real sugar varieties of Metamucil have more calories and a higher carbohydrate content than the sugar-free varieties.

The Real Sugar Orange Smooth Powder variety of Metamucil has 90 calories, 6 grams (g) of fiber, and 23 g of carbs per serving, of which 16 g are from sugar and the rest are from dietary fiber.

In comparison, the Premium Blend Sugar-Free Orange Powder variety of Metamucil has 30 calories, 5 g of sugar, and 10 g of carbs per serving, and the carbs are all fiber with no sugar.

The sugar-free varieties of Metamucil use various sweeteners. For instance, the Sugar-Free Berry Smooth Powder is sweetened with aspartame, an artificial sweetener. The Premium Blend Orange Sugar-Free Powder is sweetened with stevia, a natural zero-calorie sweetener.

Metamucil’s calories are from carbohydrates because the powder and capsule varieties do not contain any protein or fat. They do contain small amounts of minerals like potassium, iron, and sodium. The flavored varieties of Metamucil contain natural and artificial colors and flavors that include citric acid, malic acid, paprika, and turmeric.

The Fiber Thins range of Metamucil products are fiber-rich cookies. Each serving contains 5 g of fiber, which is 17 percent of your daily requirement. These cookies are made with ingredients like grains, oil, and sugar, among others, so they also contain some fat and small amounts of protein.