Inulin and Fos Directions

The Inulin & FOS combination may be used in one of two ways.  

(1) At low doses it supports the growth of healthy gut bacteria which keep the bad bacteria at bay. 

	Initial Dose	Maintenance dose
Adults	5g	10g
Children 3 years & older	2.5	5g

 

(2)  At large doses it works to improve bowel regularity and transit time 

	Initial 3 day dose	Normal full dose	Maximum daily dose
Adults	5g	Try 15g	20g
Children 3 years & older	2.5g	Try 5g	10g

 

Please note: A heaped teaspoon = 5g

If any of these intake levels cause excessive flatulence and/or bloating then reduce the dose and gradually build up again.  Flatulence and/or bloating can be a positive sign that the combination has reached the bowel and is feeding your live bacteria.  The flatulence and/or bloating should soon reduce as further live bacteria develop and absorb the gases.  

Inulin & FOS can be taken any time of day.    You don’t have to take a specific amount of water at the time of consumption but drinking 1.5 – 2 litres of water daily will help both digestion and general health.  

Inulin & FOS can be easily mixed in with water or juice and can be added to yoghurts, smoothies, soups etc