: the seed of a fleawort (especially Plantago psyllium) that has the property of swelling and becoming gelatinous when moist and is used as a mild laxative
called also psyllium seed
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One study compared the effectiveness of Prilosec (omeprazole) and psyllium fiber supplements on symptoms of functional constipation (constipation without a specific cause) in people with GERD.
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Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 25 Nov. 2024
According to Neurologists Although various fiber supplements, such as psyllium husk, can help with constipation, there are other more natural ways to get enough fiber.
—Jamie Friedlander Serrano, TIME, 21 Oct. 2024
Psyllium Psyllium, which can come in husk or powder form, is a soluble fiber from the shrub Plantago psyllium.
—Anna Meyer, Cpt, Health, 16 Oct. 2024
High-fiber bars often include ingredients like oats, chicory root, or psyllium husk, which aid in maintaining stable blood sugar levels and support gut health.
—Shushy Rita Setrakian Ms, Rd, Health, 9 Aug. 2024
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Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 25 Nov. 2024
According to Neurologists Although various fiber supplements, such as psyllium husk, can help with constipation, there are other more natural ways to get enough fiber.
—Jamie Friedlander Serrano, TIME, 21 Oct. 2024
Psyllium Psyllium, which can come in husk or powder form, is a soluble fiber from the shrub Plantago psyllium.
—Anna Meyer, Cpt, Health, 16 Oct. 2024
High-fiber bars often include ingredients like oats, chicory root, or psyllium husk, which aid in maintaining stable blood sugar levels and support gut health.
—Shushy Rita Setrakian Ms, Rd, Health, 9 Aug. 2024
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“Psyllium.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/psyllium. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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psyllium
noun
psyl·li·um
ˈsil-ē-əm 
1
: fleawort
2
: psyllium seed
also
: the husks of psyllium seed
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