The seed husks of Plantago ovata, consisting of pure soluble arabinoxylan fiber. In water, psyllium swells to form a non-fermentable lubricating gel that softens hard stool in constipation, adds bulk to liquid stool in diarrhea, binds bile acids to lower LDL cholesterol, and blunts postprandial glucose spikes.
Educational information only — never stop or change a prescribed medication without talking to your prescriber first.
MUST BE CONSUMED WITH AMPLE WATER (at least 8-10 oz per dose) to prevent choking or intestinal blockage. Take at least 2 hours apart from prescription medications as fiber can delay drug absorption.
Evidence level: Strong
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