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Psyllium is an annual growing to a height of 16 inches, with narrow leaves and clusters of minute white-brown flowers.
The three species that produce psyllium grow variously throughout southern Europe, North Africa, and Asia, especially in India, and are extensively cultivated. They are propagated from seed in spring and require plenty of sun. The seeds are harvested when ripe in late summer and early autumn.
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Psyllium Historical Use
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Psyllium was esteemed by Indian, Persian, and Arab physicians of the Middle Ages as a lubricating agent for the lower intestinal tract. It was also used as an emollient.
Psyllium was also used topically to treat skin irritations, including poison ivy reactions, insect bites and stings. It has been used in traditional herbal systems of China and India to treat diarrhea, hemorrhoids, bladder problems, and high blood pressure.
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Psyllium Remedy For
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- Deposition of substances on the wall of blood vessel, Leading to narrowing blood vessel
- Constipation
- Diabetes
- Hemorrhoids
- High cholesterol
- High triglycerides
- An eroded sore in the inner lining of digestive track syndrome
- Diarrhea
- Weight loss and obesity
- Psoriasis
A leading cereal manufacturer has recently discovered what herbalists have known for decades: Ground up seeds from the psyllium plant are one of the highest sources of dietary fiber to be found in any food.
Psyllium is a well-known laxative. It is prescribed in conventional as well as herbal a substance used in managing discofort for constipation, especially when the condition is resulting from an over-tensed or over-relaxed bowel. Both husks and seeds contain high levels of fiber (the mucilage) and expand, becoming highly gelatinous when soaked in water. By maintaining a high water content within the large bowel, they increase the bulk of the stool, easing its passage.
The jelly-like mucilage produced when psyllium is soaked in water has the ability to absorb toxins in within the large bowel. Psyllium is commonly taken to reduce autotoxicity (the toxins are expelled from the body with the husks and seeds in the feces).
Psyllium's hypocholesterolemic effects are well established. Hypercholesterolemia is a significant risk factor for coronary heart problem. There are numerous clinical trials attesting to psyllium's cholesterol lowering effects.
When psyllium husks are soaked in an infusion of calendula, they make an effective poultice for external use, drawing out Problem created due to harmful organism from boils, abscesses, and whitlows (puss-filled swellings on the fingertips.
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Psyllium Active Constituents
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The key constituents in psyllium are; mucilage (arabinoxylan), fixed oil (2.5%) mainly linoleic, oleic, and palmitic fatty acids, and starch.
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Psyllium Typical Dosage
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The suggested daily dose for psyllium husks is 4 - 20 grams (1 U.S. teaspoon) or 10 - 20 grams (up to 2 U.S. teaspoons) of the powdered seeds, This is stirred into a large glass of water or juice and drunk immediately before it thickens. It is best to follow label instructions on over-the-counter psyllium products for constipation. It is important to maintain adequate fluid intake when using psyllium.
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Psyllium Side Effects
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The use of psyllium is contraindicated in cases involving esophageal stenosis, abnormal intestinal narrowing, or bowel obstruction. Reduced absorption of some orally administered drugs may result unless they are taken one hour prior to psyllium. Some people with An eroded sore in the inner lining of digestive track syndrome may feel worse when taking psyllium and may do better with soluble fiber, such as fruit. High blood sugars who have difficulty regulating their problem should not use psyllium. Side effects, such as allergic skin and respiratory reactions to psyllium dust, have largely been limited to people working in plants manufacturing psyllium products.
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