2 questions for you smart ladies.

Fluffynotstuffy · May 13, 2009

1. Is it ok to take Fiber pills?

2. What is the best type of cooking oil is best?

Ok that is all, you can now return to your regular, scheduled life.

Thanks

ParrotheadCathy · May 13, 2009

I use Benefiber, which is a powder. I use a Vitamin that effervesces in Water, and I need to drink some tonic Water every day for quinine, so I just add the Benefiber to the mix. No taste, no texture.

I cook with extra virgin olive oil except in those situations where taste would be an issue, but as far as my needs go olive oil is always okay. When I make french fries for my granddaughter who lives with me, I use canola oil.

myturn0421 · May 13, 2009

I agree. I've used the benefiber in the past.

I also agree about the oil. I use olive oil or extra virgin olive oil for nearly everything. Just remember olive oil doesn't do well with really high heat - it'll burn.

Babe · May 13, 2009

I use benefiber and metamucil powder (not the capsules because they can get stuck and when they expand they risk stretching the pouch).

I cook with Canola Oil when i want a flavourless oil or Extra Virgin Olive Oil for everything else. I use Pam Professional spray to saute veggies and skimp on fat.