So what is psyllium husk? Psyllium husk is basically fiber, since it is made up of complex carbohydrates. Psyllium husk is the outer coating of the seed found in the psyllium plant, therefore, it's completely natural. Psyllium husk can be used in its whole natural form or it can be dried, chopped, and crushed, and inserted into capsules or used in its powder form as a supplement. Psyllium is important for many reasons. First of all, because it's a complex carbohydrate, it's very effective in treating diarrhea. It's also been found helpful in aiding weight control, helping to maintain healthy blood pressure levels, helping to maintain healthy cholesterol levels, treating irritable bowel syndrome, easing the pain of hemorrhoids and cystitis, and treating yeast infections. It has also been found very beneficial because of its anti-inflammatory properties in treating people with diabetes. In fact, some studies have shown that psyllium husk greatly improved lipid control in those with Type 2 diabetes. Now, still, the primary benefit of psyllium husk is in the prevention of constipation and the promotion of colon health. Because of the fiber in the psyllium husks adds great weight to the bowel, it is a very safe laxative. As a matter of fact, you'll find psyllium husk in many of our over-the-counter laxatives and fiber supplements. Now, psyllium husk swells when it comes into contact with water, and it can absorb eight to 16 times its weight. This makes it a very...the bulkiness...bulky quality of the psyllium husks makes it a very effective laxative. Psyllium husks form a gelatin-like mass in the colon, which helps keep the bowel nice and soft. Also, this gelatin-like mass has the ability to absorb toxins that are in the bowel. In India, people have been using psyllium husk to ease constipation for many years. And in Europe, Europeans have been using it since the 16th century to treat bowel problems. It's only recently that the West has caught up with this, and now psyllium husks have become a huge commodity. If you decide to use psyllium husk as a supplement in your diet, please check with your doctor. And when using psyllium husk, always drink plenty of fluids. Psyllium husk can be added to just about anything: fruit and veggie juices, soups, stews, milkshakes, milk, water. Well, you get the idea. And never eat psyllium husk alone, as it may cause some digestive problems. And now, you know a little bit about what is psyllium husk.
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