Psyllium Husk

Psyllium is the common name for several members of the plant genus Plantago whose seeds are used commercially for the production of mucilage. The United States is the world’s largest importer of Psyllium Husk with over 60% of total imports going to Pharmaceutical firms. It is used as a supplement to help people lose weight, lower cholesterol, prevent cancer, treat diabetes and ease pain associated with irritable bowel syndrome & hemorrhoids. The husk of {syllium is the actual coating of mucilage around the seed. It is considered pure dietary fiber and is the only part of the plant used in manufacturing Psyllium products. Psyllium Husk is nutritional value consists mainly of glycosides, proteins, polysaccharide, vitamin B1, and choline. Fiber content of over 80% compared to less than 15% for oat bran and 10% for wheat bran. The husk is composed mostly of a fiber called hemicellulose which is a complex carbohydrate found in whole grains, fruits and vegetables. Hemicelluslose is indigestible however, it is partially broken down in the colon and feeds the friendly intestinal flora.

Today Psyllium Husk is one of the top recommendations for people using low-carb Atkins-style dishes because of its medicinal properties. It is an excellent source of fiber derived from small herbaceous plant plantago. Mostly, it is used treating people who are suffering from constipation and other related issues.

Benefits

• Flower BudCleanses Bowel from toxic substances in purely mechanical way.
• Mucilage digestive fibers maintain bowl regularity and help prevent conditions such as chronic constipation and diarrhea.
• Soluble fibers content of Psyllium husk has ability to bind with bile acids - an important player in digestion of fats found in our body from cholesterol. This process lowers circulating blood cholesterol level, by excretion of those facts.
• Mucilage digestive fibers maintain bowl regularity and help prevent conditions such as chronic constipation and diarrhea.