Everyday Fibre - Original

Qenda Everyday Fibre is the gentler, milder-tasting Qenda blend, made for daily, ongoing use: psyllium husk with 21 certified organic roots, herbs and seaweeds. It's made in Qenda's own HACCP food-safety facility in Western Australia.

Each 15 g serve is an excellent source of dietary fibre and a good source of iron. As part of a healthy diet, dietary fibre contributes to regular bowel movements, and iron contributes to normal energy production and the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.

AT A GLANCE

• 10.6 g of dietary fibre per serve, 35% of the daily intake
• 6.15 mg of iron per serve, 51% of the RDI
• Psyllium husk plus 21 certified organic ingredients
• Vegan and non-GMO
• No added flavour or sweeteners
• 450 g tub, 30 serves: a month at one serve a day

Original has no added flavour. It tastes earthy and herbal. Everyday is milder than Ultimate Fibre because it leaves out two of the strongest-tasting herbs, wormwood and black walnut hull.

INGREDIENTS

Psyllium Husk, Hibiscus Sabdariffa, Liquorice Root, Slippery Elm Bark, Marshmallow Root, Rosehip, Oat Straw, Cinnamon Verum Bark, Ashwagandha Root, Turmeric Root, Chlorella Vulgaris, Irish Moss, Yucca Root, Aloe Vera, Bladderwrack, Barberry Bark, Paw Paw Leaf, Passionflower (Passiflora Incarnata), Skullcap (Scutellaria Lateriflora), Astragalus Membranaceus Root, Violet Leaf, Mullein.

Colour, texture and taste can vary a little between batches because the herbs are bought in season.

HOW TO TAKE

• Scoop included in the tub (15 g, one and a half level tablespoons). It can sink into the powder on the way to you, so have a gentle dig.
• Mix one level scoop in 350–400 ml of water in a shaker bottle, once or twice a day. Children under 12: half a scoop.
• Secure the lid and shake hard for about 10 seconds.
• Drink straight away. It thickens if it sits.
• Best taken 10–30 minutes before a meal.

TIPS FOR AN EASY ROUTINE

• Water in the shaker first, powder on top, lid on, then shake hard and drink straight away.
• Drink from the flip-top spout rather than pouring it into a glass. Less froth, less fuss.
• When you've finished, add another glass of water to the shaker, swirl and drink it too.
• New to it? Try two small shots: half a scoop in 150–200 ml of water, shake, drink, then repeat.
• First time, weigh a serve on the kitchen scales once so you know what a proper serve looks like.
• Missed a day? No drama. Just pick it up again tomorrow.

GOOD TO KNOW

• Pregnant or breastfeeding? Check with your midwife or GP first.
• Contains oat straw.
• Keep it at least 3 hours away from medicines, and take iron supplements at a different time of day. If you take regular medication, check with your pharmacist or GP first.
• Drink plenty of water through the day. The water in your shaker doesn't count.

STORAGE

Screw the lid on tight after every scoop, as the powder can pick up kitchen smells. Keep it somewhere cool, dry and clean, away from the stove. Don't refrigerate. The best-before date is printed on every tub.

FAQ

What does it taste like?
Still earthy, just milder than Ultimate Fibre. Wildberry is the sweetest flavour.

Why does it go thick?
That's the psyllium husk: it soaks up water and turns into a soft gel. Shake it and drink it straight away.

How long does a tub last?
30 serves: a month at one serve a day, about two weeks at two.

Everyday Fibre or Ultimate Fibre?
Everyday is made for daily, ongoing use. Ultimate is the original, fuller blend, taken in rounds of 3–4 months. Not sure? Start with Everyday.

Can I take it with other supplements?
Keep other supplements and herbal products about an hour apart, probiotics about 30 minutes after, and medicines at least 3 hours apart.

Why does my new tub look different?
Qenda buys its herbs when they're mature and in season, from different regions through the year, so colour and taste can vary slightly. The recipe and amounts stay the same.