Before using this dietary supplement ask your doctor if you: are considering using this product as part of a cholesterol-lowering program, are using medication to control your blood sugar levels. This product is not intended to treat diabetes. Have recently experienced abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting or a sudden change in bowel habits persisting for two weeks. Stop using this dietary supplement and ask a doctor if constipation lasts more than 7 days or rectal bleeding occurs. These may be signs of a serious condition. New users: start with one serving per day; gradually increase to desired daily intake. You may experience changes in bowel habits/minor bloating, as your body adjusts to increased fiber intake. Allergy alert: this product may cause allergic reactions in people sensitive to inhaled or ingested psyllium. Important information phenylketonurics: contains phenylalanine, 25 mg per teaspoon. Keep out of reach of children.