I’ve been using Benefiber from the beginning after takedown. My surgeon suggested it due to the fact that it can cause less gas in some patients than other fiber supplements. To be honest, I typically don’t have any gas that causes discomfort. My takedown was 5 years ago this coming August. Also, I am finding that I can eat lots of different foods at this point. Unfortunately, I have pre-diabetes, also I am low weight and get a good amount of exercise. Go figure! Therefore, I try to do low carb, high protein and fruits and vegetables. I just cook a lot of fresh foods from scratch. Also, my husband is on a lower sodium diet as well. Sucks to be 65 and older! LOL