Hi Desertflower: I love Benefiber. I have tried Metamucel, Fibercon, and Citracel. Had trouble with all of them, but Benefiber. I was also having trouble w/constipation and once in a while the other. I take 1 Tablespoon to 1 1/2 TBSP. a day in the evening. I also have some Raisin Bran for breakfast and always a salad and vegetables for supper. So that way I am getting soluble and insoluble fiber everyday. I have never been as regulated as I am now. I have been taking the Benefiber since last Sept. 05. Be consistent with taking Benefiber everyday. Try to add some other fiber during the day and drink lots of water. I like Tiss, I don't have any side effects from Benefiber. Mixes well, doesn't taste bad and you can take it the rest of your Life everday. Good Luck.