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Psyllium Husk

Psyllium husk is a soluble dietary fiber from Plantago ovata that effectively reduces LDL cholesterol, normalizes blood glucose levels, relieves constipation, and enhances gut microbiome diversity. It is FDA-approved for cardiovascular disease risk reduction.

cardiovasculargut-healthblood-sugarmetabolicweight-management
Evidence last reviewed: 20 Apr 2026
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Biomarkers studied
Outcomes directly measured across the evidence records below
Cardiovascular
LDL Cholesterol
Gut
Gut Microbiome
Evidence
4 records
Constipation relief
Adults with functional constipationRCT
PUBMEDHigh

Psyllium husk significantly relieved constipation symptoms and modulated gut microbiota.

Dose: 10000 mgDuration: 4 weeksForm: Husk
Gut microbiome diversity
Adults with functional constipationRCT
PUBMEDHigh

Psyllium husk improved gut microbiome diversity in adults with functional constipation.

Dose: 10000 mgDuration: 4 weeksForm: Husk
LDL cholesterol reduction
Men and women with hypercholesterolemiaMeta-analysis
PUBMEDHigh

Psyllium intake adjunctive to diet therapy significantly lowered LDL cholesterol levels.

Dose: 10000 mgForm: Husk
Pediatric IBS symptom relief
Children with irritable bowel syndromeRCT
PUBMEDModerate

Psyllium husk was effective in relieving symptoms of IBS in pediatric patients.

Dose: 10000 mgForm: Husk
Forms
Husk
Whole husk form, commonly used for fiber supplementation.
Powder
Finely ground form, often mixed with water or other liquids.
Capsule
Encapsulated form for ease of ingestion.

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