NOW Whole Psyllium Husks, 454 g
454 g · Powder
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About this supplement
NOW whole psyllium husks are the outer husks of the psyllium seed, sold whole rather than ground to a fine powder. Psyllium is a source of dietary fibre, and it is mostly mucilage: it swells and turns gel-like when it meets liquid, which is what makes it useful.
NOW says that bulking action can help support healthy gastrointestinal transit time and gastrointestinal function. The routine is simple: stir it into a full glass of water or juice and drink it right away, before it thickens. Some people add it to smoothies, oatmeal or gluten-free baking as a binder. Keep the container sealed and dry.
- 454 g
- Single ingredient: psyllium seed husks, 1.7 g per teaspoon
- Source of dietary fibre
- No non-medicinal ingredients
Highlights
Psyllium is a true dietary fiber, even though it is classified by some as a laxative or mucilaginous fiber, and is a convenient way to increase intake of dietary fiber because of its high mucilage content. This bulking agent swells considerably when added to liquid, which can help to support healthy gastrointestinal transit time. This bulking action and healthy transit time can play an important role in maintaining healthy gastrointestinal function.
Ingredients
Each teaspoon (5 mL) contains: Psyllium (Plantago ovata) (seed husks) 1.7 g. Non-medicinal ingredients: none.
Product details
- Brand
- NOW
- Size
- 454 g
- Format
- Powder
- NPN
- 80013706 (Health Canada Natural Product Number)
- SKU
- 733739859815
- Find it under
- DigestionGluten-FreeNew in storeNew in Supplements
Directions & cautions
Consult a health care practitioner immediately if you experience chest pain, vomiting, or difficulty in swallowing or breathing after taking this product. Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you have symptoms such as abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting or fever (as these could be signs of abnormal constrictions of the gastrointestinal tract, diseases of the oesophagus and/or the superior opening of the stomach (cardia), potential or existing intestinal blockage, paralysis of the intestine, megacolon, faecal impaction, inflamed bowel or appendicitis), or if you are taking medications which inhibit peristaltic movement.
Contra-Indications:
Do not use if you have difficulty swallowing, if you have diabetes mellitus in which blood sugar is difficult to regulate, or if you are experiencing a sudden change in bowel habits that has persisted for more than 2 weeks, undiagnosed rectal bleeding, or failure to defaecate following the use of another laxative product.
Known Adverse Reactions:
Hypersensitivity, such as allergy, has been known to occur following inhaled and/or ingested psyllium; in which case, discontinue use. May cause temporary gas and/or bloating.
Delivery & pickup
Available for local delivery across HRM or pickup at either store.
Parcel shipping availability depends on the selected item and your destination.
Availability, delivery eligibility, charges and pickup locations are confirmed at checkout. Delivery information
Bedford — 486 Starboard Drive, Bedford, NS
Monday – Friday 8:30am–8:30pm · Saturday – Sunday 9:00am–6:00pm
· (902) 835-9319
Dartmouth — 590 Portland Street, Dartmouth, NS
Monday – Friday 8:30am–8:30pm · Saturday – Sunday 9:00am–6:00pm
· (782) 358-2374
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