Psyllium is derived from the seed of the Plantago ovata plant (botanical name: Plantago ovata). Psyllium husk is an excellent source of soluble dietary fibre. It is native to Europe, North Africa and Asia and has been used for thousands of years as a safe and effective bulk laxative. Psyllium is high in both fibre and mucilage.

Modern diets lack natural fibre as it is often removed during and as a result of the refining process; a lack of fibre in the diet can lead to many digestive disorders such as constipation and haemorrhoids.

Psyllium Fibre may be beneficial for both constipation and diarrhoea and may assist in maintaining normal and healthy bowel function.

Psyllium husks are pure dietary fibres that are not digested in the small intestine, but are partially broken down in the colon. They act as a sponge, absorbing water and waste material in the bowels. Generally, the fibre in our diet comes from wheat bran, which can be irritating to the sensitive walls of the bowel. As it is non-abrasive, Psyllium is ideal for sensitive cell walls. Psyllium husks are very safe and are used by millions of people throughout the world as a natural alternative to some habit-forming laxatives and many major laxative products have psyllium as the primary ingredient.

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