NOW Whole Psyllium Husks, 454 g

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

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.

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