Description

Pure powdered husk.
120 x 400mg in vegetable capsules.

A bulking herb with high levels of fibre which becomes gelatinous with liquid.

Many find the herb valuable when trying a calorie controlled diet. Important to drink regularly when taking this product.

HABITAT AND CULTIVATION
The three species that produce Psyllium husks and seeds grow variously throughout southern Europe, north Africa and Asia, especially India, and are widely cultivated. The fruit which contains small pinkish or brown elliptical seeds is harvested in August or September.

CONSTITUENTS
Mucilage – arabinoxylan; fixed oil (2.5%) – mainly linoleic acid; starch
The seeds contain high levels of essential fatty acids:
40% linoleic acid; 30% -linolenic acid

CAUTIONS
A very safe remedy unless taken in large quantities without adequate water – Psyllium can then block the stomach or intestines. On rare occasions this has led to the need for an operation. Can cause flatulence.

PARTS USED: Husks, seeds

DOSAGE: 2 capsules twice daily taken with a full glass of water.

Pure-fil.
Additive free.
Suitable for Vegetarians and Vegans.
Psyllium Husk, known for its historical and contemporary role in promoting and sustaining healthy bowel movements, also holds significance in traditional herbal practices of China and India. Beyond bowel health, psyllium has been utilized to support overall intestinal health, maintain healthy blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and foster a well-functioning digestive system.

Psyllium Husk may aid in maintaining:

– Regular bowel movements
– Optimal intestinal health
– Healthy cholesterol levels
– Balanced blood sugar levels
– A robust digestive system

In addition to its traditional and current use in the support and maintenance of a healthy bowel movements, psyllium was also used in traditional herbal systems of China and India to help support good intestinal health, healthy blood pressure levels, healthy levels of cholesterol and a healthy digestive system. Psyllium Husk may help maintain and support: Healthy bowel movements, Good intestinal health, Healthy levels of cholesterol, Healthy blood sugar levels, A healthy digestive system.

Psyllium is a soluble fibre. It soaks up water in your gut and makes bowel movements much easier and can help promote regularity. It is also a prebiotic, a substance which feeds good bacteria in the gut. helping to reduce inflammation and improving immunity.

Psyllium may also improve your heart health by lowering blood pressure, improving lipid levels and strengthening heart muscle.