Psyllium Seed
Overview
Also known as
Plantago ovata, Plantago psyllium, blonde psyllium, and isphagula.
Introduction
Psyllium is a low-growing herb native to India, Iran, and Pakistan.
It is in the same family as the common Plantain and seed is best used
and absorbed without the husk. The variety offered by Mountain Rose
Herbs is without the husk and husks may be ordered separately.
Constituents
Ascorbic acid, aucubin, beta-carotene, beta-sitosterol, calcium,
chromium, cobalt, fiber, linoleic acid, magnesium, manganese, mucilage,
niacin, oleic acid, oxalic acid, phosphorous, potassium, riboflavin,
selenium, sodium, stigmasterol, thiamine, tin, zinc. The seed has less
fiber than the husk but a wide range of nutrients the husks do not.
Parts Used
Whole Seed without husk.
Typical Preparations
Ground seed always taken with at least 1 full glass of water. If not
grinding, soak in warm water for 2 to 6 hours before use. May also be
taken as an extract and sometimes as a capsule. Because of its neutral
flavor it may be added to most food dishes.
Precautions
Never take both psyllium and a stimulant laxative (senna, rhubarb,
buckthorn, cascara sagrada, frangula, or an over-the-counter stimulant
laxative such as Ex-Lax). The fibers in psyllium interfere with
absorption of nutrients (especially vitamin B12) and medications, so
take psyllium at least 2 hours before or after eating or taking
supplements or medications. For occasional use only as it is a bulk
forming laxative and it should be taken with adequate fluids.
For educational purposes only This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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