Psyllium

Origin and history



Psyllium is a herbaceous plant native to India and Iran, used for thousands of years in Ayurvedic medicine to regulate intestinal transit. Its name comes from the Greek psyllia, meaning "flea," in reference to the small size of its brown seeds. Also known asispaghul, psyllium is cultivated for its seeds and their husks (the tegument), which are very rich in mucilage—soluble fibers with exceptional properties for digestive comfort and intestinal well-being.


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Properties and benefits of psyllium

Psyllium is known for its digestive, regulating, and detoxifying properties:


  • Transit regulator: it helps relieve both constipation and mild diarrhea by naturally regulating intestinal transit.

  • Mild appetite suppressant effect: its mucilage swells on contact with water, providing a feeling of fullness.

  • Detoxifying: it gently promotes the elimination of waste and toxins.

  • Metabolic support: it helps stabilize blood sugar levels and regulate cholesterol.

  • Intestinal comfort: it soothes the mucous membranes and supports the microbiota thanks to its natural prebiotic action.

Psyllium acts like a plant-based sponge: it absorbs water, forms a soft gel in the digestive tract, and naturally cleanses the intestinal walls.

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