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Psyllium is in the plantain family. It is native to Mediterranean Europe, Africa, Pakistan, and the Canary Islands. ... Also known as Desert Plantago and Desert Indianwheat plants, their stiff little flower spikes develop into sheaves of seeds much like the wheat plant.
- What is a psyllium plant?
- How does psyllium grow?
- What does a psyllium plant look like?
- When should I harvest psyllium?
- Is it safe to take psyllium every day?
- What is the difference between psyllium husk and psyllium powder?
- How do you eat psyllium?
- What are side effects of psyllium?
- Is Plantago ovata the same as psyllium husk?
- How long does it take for psyllium husk to work?
- What can I use instead of psyllium husk?
- How much psyllium husks should I take in a day?
What is a psyllium plant?
Psyllium is a form of fiber made from the husks of the Plantago ovata plant's seeds. It sometimes goes by the name ispaghula. It's most commonly known as a laxative.
How does psyllium grow?
Psyllium grows best on light, well drained, sandy loam soil. The crop has low nutrient requirements. Sow psyllium seeds in the spring in a cold frame. When they are large enough to handle, transplant the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out in early summer.
What does a psyllium plant look like?
The actual plants of psyllium grows up to 15 cm tall and is covered in fuzzy, white hair at right angles to the stems and leaves. The leaves are narrowly linear, basal and green. The leaves put up spikes of small flowers that mature into seedpods. The seeds are small (1.5–2 cm) and brown or reddish-brown.
When should I harvest psyllium?
Harvesting method for psyllium: The main harvest period for psyllium is from June to October. If possible, psyllium should be harvested under clear, sunny and dry weather conditions. High night temperatures and cloudy, rainy weather have a negative impact on psyllium yield.
Is it safe to take psyllium every day?
There's no evidence that daily use of fiber supplements — such as psyllium (Metamucil, Konsyl, others) or methylcellulose (Citrucel) — is harmful.
What is the difference between psyllium husk and psyllium powder?
Psyllium husk has a slightly grainier texture than the powder when it is mixed with fluids. While psyllium husk and powder are made from the same food source, the husk is less concentrated nutritionally. A 1-tablespoon serving of psyllium powder provides 30 calories and 7 grams of fiber.
How do you eat psyllium?
For an adult, a dose of psyllium husk is taken once, twice or three times a day. The powder or granules should be mixed into a full glass (8 ounces) of water or fruit juice before swallowing. Capsules should be swallowed whole with a full glass (8 ounces) of water. It is best if you take your doses just after a meal.
What are side effects of psyllium?
Side effects of psyllium include:
- Abdominal or stomach cramping.
- Constipation.
- Gas (flatulence)
- Impaction.
Is Plantago ovata the same as psyllium husk?
Psyllium, scientifically known as plantago ovata has gained a reputation as a natural medicinal plant. Psyllium is the common name used for several members of the plant genus Plantago and Plantago ovata, Psyllium husk and Ispaghula husk are other generic name for this imperative plant.
How long does it take for psyllium husk to work?
Psyllium usually produces a bowel movement within 12 to 72 hours.
What can I use instead of psyllium husk?
If you don't have any psyllium husk fiber powder or don't like using it, try replacing it with: Chia seeds or flax seeds. For a recipe that calls for a 1/3 cup of psyllium husk fiber powder, a 1/3 cup of ground chia seeds or ground flax seeds will work.
How much psyllium husks should I take in a day?
Common dosages of psyllium are 5–10 g, with meals, at least once per day. However, when it comes to fiber, more is not always better. It is important to take it with water and then drink water regularly throughout the day.
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