Psyllium or Isabgol or Ispaghula [Bot name- Plantago ovata] is a Persian herb found also in Northwest India, Punjab, and Sindh; cultivated to a small extent in Bengal, Mysore, and Coromandel Coast in India. Psyllium is a form of fiber made from the husks of the Plantago ovata plant’s seeds. The husks of the seeds are more commonly used, but the seeds themselves have also been administered.
Different allied species of lspaghula are: Plantago major, P. lanceolata, P. arenaria, P. psyllium Mechanical action of its mucilage is used to cure inflammation of the mucous membrane of G. I. & urogenital tracts. As a result of the increase in bulk by swelling of the mucilage intestinal peristalsis is stimulated by reflex action and the drug is used as a bulk laxative especially in habitual constipation. It is a very good mild laxative so that is useful to all-aged persons. It has dual effects so that users in constipation and diarrhea. Excessive long-time intake may reduce sexual potency in men. The tincture of Plantago ovata is used in Homeopathy.
Psyllium is most commonly known as a laxative. However, research shows that taking psyllium is beneficial to many parts of the human body, including the heart and the pancreas. Isabgol Seed preparations contain approximately 47% soluble fiber by weight and husk preparations generally consist of 67-71% soluble fiber and approximately 85% total fiber by weight. Psyllium has the highest level of soluble dietary fiber of any grain source. Ispaghula is hydrophilic because of its high content of hemicelluloses. Psyllium is a bulk-forming laxative, this means it soaks up water in your gut and makes bowel movements much easier. The polysaccharides in psyllium that form into a gel in the intestine also lubricate stool contents and provide greater ease during defecation (especially in chronic constipation issues). It can be added to your diet to help promote regularity and overall digestive health.
Research has shown that taking soluble fiber can help people manage their cholesterol levels. Proper cholesterol regulation is important for everyone but vital for people over the age of 50. One study shows that at least 6 weeks of daily psyllium intake is an effective way for people who are obese or overweight to lower their cholesterol. Psyllium has been shown to promote fecal excretion of bile acids and cholesterol, bind bile acids and cholesterol in the intestines, allow less circulation for re-absorption, and cause the liver to use more cholesterol to make bile acids, thus good for Heart Blood Circulation.
Psyllium Husk Organic helps to maintain Intestinal motility and eliminates toxic waste. Useful as a natural dietary supplement.
Psyllium husk powder is most commonly known as a laxative. However, research shows that taking psyllium is beneficial to many parts of the human body, including the heart and the pancreas.
Uses:
- A Natural Safe Laxative with Fibres.
- Useful as a natural dietary supplement.
- It helps to maintain Gut (Intestinal) motility and eliminates toxic waste.
- Taken with curd helps to control diarrhea.
The glucose-lowering effects of psyllium may be mediated by its slowing the access of glucose to the small intestine, delaying gastric emptying, or through carbohydrate digestion and absorption.
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