For adults 12 years and older. 1 Put 1-2 rounded teaspoons in empty glass. 2 Mix briskly with 8 oz or more of cool liquid. 3 Drink promptly and enjoy! HOW MUCH TO TAKE. The psyllium husk fiber in Metamucil helps support: DIGESTIVE HEALTH by promoting regularity: 1 ROUNDED TEASPOON up to 3 times per day, HEART HEALTH by lowering cholesterol: 1 ROUNDED TEASPOON up to 3 times per day, HEALTHY BLOOD SUGAR LEVELS- take before each meal: 1 ROUNDED TEASPOON up to 3 times per day, APPETITE CONTROL- take before each meal: 2 ROUNDED TEASPOONS up to 3 times per day. 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