Janecat I am exactly like that. Tried the Metamucil for a long time and it does help alot. Keeps things moving on a daily or every other day basis and binds the extra water in the bowel, most of the time. I stopped because of the very smelly gas it produced and am trying diet modification. That is tricky for me but seems to be working. Have eliminated white flour, sugar (almost) and any real greasy stuff. Eating a high fibre diet and taking Caltrate Plus one a day for me and so far so good. Try the Metamucil and give it several weeks using it every day. I would like to know how it works for you. Good luck.