: 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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There are the more natural options such as psyllium or kiwis that are also great places to start.
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Anjuman Ali, Washington Post, 27 June 2024
In addition to the stool-normalizing benefits, psyllium also boasts impressive evidence for lowering cholesterol and improving blood sugar management.
—Suzie Finkel Ms, Rd, Cdn, Health, 26 May 2024
Research has shown that psyllium is beneficial for relieving constipation.
—Karen Pallarito, Health, 12 May 2024
To take this supplement, simply mix one teaspoon of powder into at least eight ounces of water, and then drink it immediately—psyllium husk thickens quickly in liquid.
—Erika Prouty, Verywell Health, 11 Apr. 2024
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Anjuman Ali, Washington Post, 27 June 2024
In addition to the stool-normalizing benefits, psyllium also boasts impressive evidence for lowering cholesterol and improving blood sugar management.
—Suzie Finkel Ms, Rd, Cdn, Health, 26 May 2024
Research has shown that psyllium is beneficial for relieving constipation.
—Karen Pallarito, Health, 12 May 2024
To take this supplement, simply mix one teaspoon of powder into at least eight ounces of water, and then drink it immediately—psyllium husk thickens quickly in liquid.
—Erika Prouty, Verywell Health, 11 Apr. 2024
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“Psyllium.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/psyllium. Accessed 26 Jul. 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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