Psyllium husk is commonly known as Isabgol in India. It is grown in India and Pakistan. This is the husk of the seeds of the plant Plantago ovato. Psyllium husk is hygroscopic in nature and it swells and expands to become mucilaginous.
Psyllium husks contain both soluble as well as insoluble fiber. It is a mix of 70% soluble and 30% insoluble fiber. Isabgol has a lot of health benefits. Read on to know them.
Isabgol Health Benefits
Here are some health benefits that this superfood has to offer.
Isabgol Relieves constipation
The hygroscopic nature of the soluble fiber in Psyllium husk helps in absorbing moisture and swelling up to form soft stools. The insoluble fiber in Isabgol helps by providing enough roughage to the wastes, and it also takes it towards the intestine. Together they make the elimination of the waste easy and painless.
How to consume – In case of constipation, Psyllium husk is mostly consumed with warm milk. Milk is high in residue and thus together with Isabgol acts as a wonderful remedy to relieve constipation effectively. If you have severe constipation, add 2 tsp Psyllium husk in a bowl with 1/ tsp sugar, and add warm milk to it, it will thicken and become sticky, you need to intake this at bedtime. In cases where constipation is not very severe or where stools are passed regularly but are hard, mix 1 tsp Isabgol in warm milk.
You may be interested in reading – How to get rid of constipation instantly.
Isabgol Helps in Diarrhoea
Yes, it is hard to believe that Psyllium husk can help in both extreme conditions of the digestive system. This effect is due to the soluble fiber in Isabgol. The soluble fiber absorbs the water in the intestine and hence, swells up to bind the loose stools.
Isabgol Helps in Weight loss:-
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Fighting hunger is a big challenge while on a weight loss diet. Psyllium husk helps in reaching satiety. It not only makes you feel full, but also helps in cleaning the gut. While on weight loss, the body seems to be producing a lot of waste products due to the fat burning process. The sudden increase in the intake of raw foods may be a little heavy on digestion and may cause constipation and flatulence. It is important to clear this waste from the body to remain healthy and feel fit. Taking Isabgol every day will help in weight loss.
you may be interested in reading –
How to lose weight effectively
1200 Calorie Indian diet plan to lose weight.
Isabgol Boosts Digestion
If you suffer from indigestion on a regular basis and are experiencing on and off episodes of constipation and diarrhea, Isabgol is your magic wand. Isabgol helps in regularizing the bowel movement and increasing the peristalsis of waste (movement of food towards intestine).
You May b interested in reading – How to get instant relief from gas and indigestion
Isabgol Controls cholesterol levels in the blood
The soluble fiber in Isabgol helps in reducing cholesterol from the blood. It forms a gel with the excess cholesterol and fat in the gut and eliminates it with the wastes in the body. Not only does Isabgol eliminate the excess fat, but it also helps by reducing the absorption of fat by the intestinal walls.
Read – How to reduce triglycerides
Helps in Diabetes
The insoluble fiber in Isabgol helps in diabetes by managing hunger pangs. The soluble fiber makes a gel with food inside the stomach and hence delays the digestion and absorption of food. This helps in keeping the sugar levels in blood near normal and does help against sugar level hikes in the blood.
Read – 1200 calorie Indian diabetic diet plan
Helps in conditions like Piles and Fissures
Psyllium husk is very helpful in conditions like piles and fissures. It helps in easy elimination of wastes by forming soft stools. Those who suffer from painful eliminations do benefit from Isabgol.
Helps in Acidity:–
Isabgol is a known home remedy for hyperacidity. It forms a gel with the content of the stomach and protects the stomach lining by controlling the secretion of stomach acids and digestive juices.
Isabgol is not only a boon to those who suffer from stomach problems, But it also has so many health benefits that Isabgol suits to be called as a magical fiber.
Hi mam Iam 38 yrs male having problem of continuos burping for last 40 days and feel pain in chest due to gas and acid reflux due to burping . Can I take isabgol for this problem
Hi Pankaj,
you can try if it suits you . it is helpful in general digestion issues .
Hi mam, I have undergone surgery of perianal access 8 months ago. Still I am having from problem of draining. My weight is 95kg. Can I take psyllium husk ( Isabgol) to reduce weight.
yes you can have it.
Hii i have problem of acidity for past 2 years but acidity problem was not rare at that time but now a days it is regular even after doing a course of antacids i relax but after some days symptoms persist again in which there is burning sensations so i want to know is isabgol is beneficial for this or healing up d problems ???
Hi ,
yes you can consume isabghol, it will help in reducing the acid reflux. also try to eat an apple ear;y in the morning on empty stomach , this helps in controlling your acid production through out the day.
I have Oesophagus, i am suffering from this till 6 months, I dont want to go for English medicines, Can i take this one if yes how much dose i have to take is there any side effects occur if i use this?Please give me solution for my problem.
Hi Karthik ,
can you please specifyu your health issue again ? you have mentioned esophagus , which is a body par, do you mean esophagitis ? please specify so that i can help you better
can we use isabgol for 3 year girl. she is crying a lot while going toilet.
yes you can , but have you checked with a pediatritian about the reason of pain ?
Hi mam,
I was suffering from piles surgery nd constipation. So what can I take to soften the stool .
Hi ,
isabghol is exactly what you need. it helps in forming soft stools
Hello Mam,
I am 30 Year old, I have main complaint of Gases i.e. passes from mouth , Burping , bloating, Acidity, Feeling not Hunger, Headache. Too much thinking.
Can I take Isbagol, ?? Please Help me…
Hi ,
yes you can take. you need to check the food quantity and also avoid too much spicy and masala in food.
mam,
from last 3 years i pass only mucous and only water in stool with foul smell.may it be ibs/ibd had taken very medicines for this .doctor said your intestines work very fast there is always a brain-gut messages which are not working properly in your case. i go to wash room 8-9 times sometimes at a interval of 1 hour and sometimes at interval of 2;5 hours. only opium based medicines are able to make stool.
Hi SURINDER,
Yes this is a rare problem . and only medicines can help . Although you can try taking 1 spoon isabghol in the morning with curd / buttermilk . and see if it helps you.
Payal,
Thanks for patiently answering so many questions. I wanted to ask you about dosage for Cholesterol reduction. I would not want to have milk and ghee because I am trying to stay away from such things as part of my diet.
Do I take this at bedtime or morning or with a meal?
Also, 1 teaspoon would be good with water?
Thanks in advance, you rock!
Hi Ramesh ,
Thanks for aprreciation . yes you can have 1 tsp in the morning and 1 tsp at night with luke warm water.
Hi mama, i’am 32yrs old suffering from alcers which resulted getting dark stool, I went to hospital and after tested my doctor prescribed me with (H.pilory kit ) and injected me with (Iv phantoplazl) of course they did well though sometimes I’m getting gas in my stomach
.My question is… should I go for ISABGOL with water because my doctor told me to stop drinking milk as it is not good for someone suffering from alcers. I will also lov to get your advise….Thanks kindly reply!
Hi ,
yes you can take isabghol. mix 1 tsp with warm water after meal.
Hello Payal Mam,
I am 29 year old boy. i am suffering from Piles and Constipation. i am very thin according to age. can i take isabghol regularly daily? is there any side effect if i take isabghol regularly long time?
Please guid.
Thanks
hi vinayak ,
i have replied on your other comment you left on one of our other article.
Hello mam,
Thank you for publishing such a great article, kudos to you. I am having anal fisicure and it happens sometime that I get hard stool and I feel severe pain. Will this be OK to treat with isabagol and healthy diet
Hi Parag ,
Thanks . Taking isabghol will help you in various ways. it will soften your stools and will allow easy passage of the waste from anus. hence the pain will be decreased. diet wise , please take only soft fiber or modified fiber. too much raw food and fiber will cause further provocation of fissure, forming hard stools and you may also experience bleeding in severe cases. dont forget to drink plenty of fluids through the day,
Is there also gas occurred in the stomach after intake psyllium husk?
Hi Ashwin ,
no it may be co incidence. Isabghol actually helps in clearing the bowels and all intestinal wastes and odours.
hi mam please suggest me good time for take it and with what????
in hardly constipation
take it after dinner with 1 glass of warm milk and 1/2 tsp ghee .
Hi maam,I m 23 year old girl.
I have a weak digestion nd stool is not coming everyday nd i m suffering from piles too….i tried so many things like triphla churn,allopathy medicine warm water nd so on…..dats y i m litl bit afraid to try anything new. can u pls tell me is isabgol works 4 me…..
Hi Asmita,
yes it mostly works . you can try it and check . first try taking 1 tsp with milk . if it doesnt help increase the quantity to 2 tsp , and then to 3 tsp . dont exceed 3 tsp . you can also take it 2 times , once in the morning and once at bed time
Hello Miss Payal,
Sometimes my stomach gets clear in the morning and sometimes I feel unsatisfied / irritate. I tried lots of remedies but the problem is intact. Pl. suggest what to do?
thanks in advance
have you tried isabghol ? it will really help . you can also try having a glass of milk at bedtime and add 1 tsp ghee to it .
I mam i am 23 year healthy man i am doing regularly exercise but i feel pain under my left rib and i have ibs also will isapgol help
Hi ,
Have you seen a doctor ? the pain colud be because of ibs / gas formation , but its alwas better to ensure the cause . if it is gas , or due to ibs , yes isabghol will surely help .
Hii aahiq,m arzaan. I also hv ibs and isabghol works in ibs as m experiencing normal stomach and frequency of toilet is reduced to 1-2 times.
Hi Ms. Banka,
I have a weak digestion, sometimes stool is not coming everyday.. i am already taking isabgol but i read in one article that it’s not good for the one who has weak digestion and also will cause infertility, is this really true?.
thanks
Hi Kathleen ,
no please dont worry , if you are intaking in limited amount (2-3 tsp /day) nothing will happen . only thing is that once your bowel regu;arizes, you should move on and leave this habit .
Nice blog and attractive information. I like your blog and your work.
Hai mam
i have constipation problem and and sometimes come blood also I am afraid of problem piles that time one my friend sugest to drink isabgol is it work
Please give a solution for this
Hi Abhilash , yes it works well . but i must ask you to please visit a doctor and get a confirmation on piles … beause if you have piles , youll have to be more careful of what to eat and what to avoid . if you do not have piles , only mere constipations , then a lot of home remedies are there to help you . please see this –
https://www.dietburrp.com/how-to-get-rid-of-constipation/
hello mam,
my relatives are taking sat isabgol. kindly tell me is there any difference between Amway’s Nutrilite Fiber and isabgol. is there are lots many side effects of isabgol then fiber. Fiber promotee says that isabgol is not safe. kindly tell me any send me the research of it.
The mentioned product or any other fiber providing product that helps in easing bowel are all refined and processed . ofcourse they are good . but isabgol is the best , most natural cost effective way of regularizing ypur bowel and its safe . do not get carried away with the marketing of such products. ofcourse they are good but that doesnt make isabgol bad. (ofcourse suitability is a factor )
Hey payal,
I’m 24yrs old (F) and weigh 90kgs my height is 5’6.
Somebody told me to take isabgol in olive oil 3times daily. But i’m unsure of the quantities and weather it’s okay or not.
Please help me and suggest any other way to boost weight loss.
Thanks
Hi Fari ,
i am sorry , but i am of an opinion that olive oil and isabghol will not help much in weight loss. weight loss requires a balanced approach of diet and exercises . these will help in permanent weight loss. there are a lot of diet plans and use ful writ ups on dietburrp . a lot of our readers are losing 10 – 12 kgs of weight in 2 months time using these diet charts . these are healthy low cal diet plans. i would rather suggest that you follow one of them .
Mam,
I am suffering problem with loose stools, constipation and also loss in appetite.
This happens from very old days and medicine only provide temporary solution. I m very much upset kindly sugggest
If you have repetitive episodes of loose motions folowed by episodes of constipation , you are probably suffering from IBS. the only way out is to eat a well balanced , fibrous diet and intake ood amount of fluid . isabgol just like medicine can help you in giving momentory relief . follow the procedure of intake mentioned for loose motions , while having loose motion and the procedure mentioned for constipation while having constipation episodes.
Man I have belching problem I’m belch continuos for more than hundreds of time . I have gained 15 kg since last 8 months . My head also become hot sometimes . May I know what problem it is n what should I do ?
Hi Ashu ,
i think you should see a doctor. he would help you better with diagnosis.
I have taken isabgol husk for one year and my digestion was good then I stopped it. After two months I started isabgol husk again due to poor digestion. But it seems that isabgol husk is not working like previously
Hi Surendra ,
what is our age , and exact problem ? if it is slow digestion , you need to work on the reason behind slo or improper digestion to cure this problem . isabghol can only provide you a temporary relief as it is a remedy for symptom but not a sure shot treatment to the cause.
Hi Mam , i was told to take 3 tsp mixed in water , and then plenty more water to lower my cholestorel , to take it for 3 months , is that OK .
Hi Una,
yes it will help .
Hi mama!
What is the best procedure of eating isabghol in water?? Mix in water and drink instantly or leave it for some time so that it can swell??
Hi ,
Use warm water and mix isabghol in that. it swell up in no time . and is more beneficial .
Dear Payal / Team of Doctors ,
I’ve 2 issues which have been bothering me since last few years…
Firstly I get acute sinusitis issue’s during the season’s nov thru jan.. its a terrible pain. I’ve tried allopathic , homeo , ayurvedic on multiple occassions over last few years.. while it gives me relief ( temporary , still the sinus comes back every few mths )
Secondly I get mouth ulcers , and tonsils at back of my tongue almost every single month.. its really bothering as normal life gets disruppted.. I’ve taken lots of allopathic medications but none give permanent solution. There are even side portions of tongue which get cut and make life tough. My doc gives me medicines everytime issue persists but after few days of stopping medicine , ulcers come back.
Pls support.
Regards
Saurabh
Hi Saurabh ,
.
you sinus problem is a completely medical issue. i am afraid i will not be able to help you with it . but as far as your ulcers are concerned, we need to find the roots of the problem. ulcers and side cuts on tongue are very common during vitamin deficiencies . has the doctor run any test on you to find if you are deficient in B12 , or any other vitamin ? this can be solved if you the deficient vitamin and take supplements for it in continuation (for 3 months)
i want to increase my height
i am 20 years old
Hi Vinod,
You are past ypur growth age . i am sorry , but im unsure of how i can help you with your height.
HI,
MAM
I AM SUFFERING FROM CONSTIPATION SINCE 6 MONTHS I TRIED SO MANY REMEDIES BUT NOT HELPFUL ANYMORE.I WANT TO GET RELIEF FROM THIS ISSUE…KINDLY GUIDE ME WITH THE SUGGESTIONS.
HI,
Have you tried isabgol ? this really works . you can add 3 tsp of isabgol to a glass of warm milk and 1 tsp of ghee. have it at bed time.
Hi,
Payal mam
I am taking sat Isabgol powder every night at bed time with warm milk.It’s been 4 days i am continuously taking but the problem is that i have to go bathroom twice or thrice in a day…
I just want to confirm that do i need to take it daily or should i leave it..
Hi ,
If your constipation problem is solved , you can discontinue it , and take it only on those days when you feel the need. you can also reduce the quantity of intake if your problem comes on and off.
Hi mam, iI have problm of acidity and gases.if i eat sumthing then it creates lots of gases in my stomach.how to take isabgol to avoid this?
hi Kailas,
if the acidity and gas is due to constipation , take isabghol with a glass of warm milk at bedtime and it will help . if the acidity and gass is severe, even after the motions are clear, you need to monitor your food habits and check what is going wrong where . if the gap between 2 meals is a lot, it can lead to similar problems.
Thanx for ur rply mam. I dont have problm of constipation.if acidity and gas is not due to constipation then how to take it?
take 1 tsp isabghol with 1 katpri milk after each meal . specially lunch and dinner
hi Payal Banka,
I was detected with pylori h. in my stomach treated with antibiotics, the doctor told me that you are fine now but still i have pain somewhere in stomach and loose stool most of time but it is not diarrhea. Is sat-isabgol good for my ibs. and how to use that? please help me.
thank you
prasanta
Hi Prasanta ,
Add 2 tsp Isabgol to 3 tsp curd, mix well and eat it twice a day after eating food. The probiotics in the curd helps in healing and recovering from stomach infections.
Dear…Payal hi, I suffer from chronic IBS constipation for years and visited 5 GI doctors most from india and very disappointed as seem there are nothing to offer from either of them to help me. my situation unfortunately have discomfort that creates anxceity . today my neighbor from India that lives next to me in Las Vegas told me and actually game me samples of SAT-ISABGOL and I’m going to try from tonight to see if life will become easy for me…wonder if you know a magic products that help with stress and anxceity. thanks in advance
Hi Mo,
yes Sat – Isabhol is very effective in symptomatic treatments of IBS . please read the article carefully and consume it accordingly . as the method of intake is different during constipation and different during loose motion . so you would need to adjust the method of intake accordingly.
for stress and anxiety , meditation and pranayam is very very effective in comparison to any product in the world. if you are not already practicing pranayam , i would strongly recommend that you start following it . Also it comes as an unsaid rule , that smoking and alcohol are to be avoided.
Can I take isabgol for bloating with no other symptoms. I’ve read it can cause bloating so really confused.
Hi Sapna,
have you been able to figure out the reason behind your bloating ? this will help us to cure the bloating better. https://www.dietburrp.com/water-weight-how-to-lose-water-weight/ this article has some useful tips for you.
Does isabghol helps with blood pressure
Hi Sana,
yes Isabghol helps in lowering blood pressure and it also helps in cardiac ailments.
Hi mam
Can I use isabgol for strong sperm
Hi ,
there is nothing of this sort.
Hi. I m suffering from ibs problm. Sometimes i hv motion 2-3times a day n sometimes i hav constipation. What should i do????
Dear madam,
I am 29 year old. And i am facing lasperogastopethy problem. Plz suggest me what to do. Please help me.
sorry , what is asperogastopethy ?
mam can i take sat isabgole in the night with warm water instead of with warm milk??
yes you can
i am taking 1 tea spoon isabgul with 2 glasses of water. can i take this for every day as it is my habit.
yes you can , but dont get your body become used to it , or else the day you wont take , your bowels will not be clear ,
Hi I get severe diarrhoea I eat loads I don’t understand why and u go to the toilet at least 3,4 x a day also when I am sat on the toilet and I have to squeeze to realease properly I let a white leak from my private is that normal as I went doctors and they said it is I don’t feel that this is. would this help by drinking with warm milk help my symptoms
Hi Ali ,
i think you should see a good doctor for this .
Dear madam
I am 74yrs old and suffer with constipation all the time I live in UK and the medicine here do not help the problem please advice how to get rid of constipation
have isabghol with warm milk at night before bed time
hello mam, I have varicose vein problem in both my legs and have done sclerotherapy and much better . In hot temperature legs start burning so what food will help cool down. I want to start isabgool. Please comment .
yes you can start isabghol . also try to get your weight in normal range and it will help a lot.
mam plz help me out.is isob gul can cure allergy???? if yes then hw to use it??
what kind of allergy
Hello mam.i am having a pimple and marks to.taking isabgol is good for acne and pimple.i am taking isabgol with water in morning before breakfast.is it good for me.i am soaking at night and taking just before breakfast.
if your pimples are because of unclear stomach or digestion issues , then yes it will help
Milk is an issue I take trifol which is a mixture of triphla and isabgol but on taking it daily basis my bowel doesnot get completely empty I have been taking it for 10 years whenever I take milk it causes mucous stool so plz suggest pe how to take isabgol and its doses I want to know wether isabgol casuses flatulence and bloating if taking on daily basis
in this case you can mix it in warm water and take.
My bowel does not get completey empty i take trifgol on regular basis inspite of taking it my bowel does not get empty I cannot take isabgol with milk coz it causes mucous stool and ulcers in my mouth so tell me how to take isabgol and how much
Hi Nishant ,
sorry but i did not understand if you are allergic to isabghol or is milk causing all the problem . if milk is an issue, you can try taking isabhghol in warm water. but if isabghol is an issue , try taking milk with 2 tsp ghee in it to get a soft motion oon next morning.
How much water is taken immediately after taking 2 tsp isabgol bcoz I heard dat if sufficient water is not taken it get stuck inside
Mix it with 1 glass warm milk and take . dont take it dry .
hello mam ,
i m suffering from IBS. i need to go toilet for 3 to 4 times in a day . generally the stools are soft but when it get chronic dierrehea n dysentery star to.
how should i use sat isabgol .ur usage instruction for diarrhoea in section two is not mention water .is there no need of water with curt n sat isabgol .
no you can just have it with curd .
Hi ,
I m 27 yrs old and having very frequent gas problems soon after my meal .
pls suggest anythng
consulted the doctor they say its a gasious problem
you can take isabghol in small quantioty after each meal with milk or water , or just have 2-3 tsp of isabghol with warm milk at bed time . whatever suits you best .
Hi mam,
I m 22 years old.I m facing gas problem and some time feel pain on head and body so can u tell me how i can use isabgol before fasting r after,
Thanks
Hi umer do you have constipation too ? you can have isabghol with milk at bed time to clear your system . also check your food intake , what exactly is causing gas and try to avoid that item for some time.
i wud like to know if isabgol is also beneficial for sperm count? can u suggest a remedy for that…
Hi Hammad ,
no i dont think it will help . sure , ill soon write about it in my next blog .
many thanks for the reply… can you send me a link of your blog related to this? i wud like to know natural methods to improve male fertility.