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.
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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, how do isabgol helps on fissures. I have a fissure on my back at the end of spinal cord. When it bursts a white and red colour liquid gets out. My doctor said me to have surgery. Whether surgery is needed or isabgol will help.
Thank u
Hi Leejas , i cant say that without looking at the reports .. but if it has gone up to the level lof surgery , then isabghol alone will nit be able to help
Hi payal,
I have got pain on my left side of the abdomen and dr done all scan and test but results are normal. And now dr advice me to go for. laparoscopy . One of the dr though I m constipated. And gave me laxida and I tried I helps little but pain still there I m scared from laparoscopy.can u advice me what to do on this matter.
Thnx
Hi Pinky ,
laproscopy for what ? appendix or any other thing ?
Hi,
I started taking Isbagol day before night meal. 1 tbsp. in half glass of warm water and had it yesterday and today thrice a day. yesterday early morning was fine but I started developing a lot of gas later and undigested food came out through stool. Later it was not not son bad but gas was off and on. Today morning was perfect but then I had a lot of gas and loose motions. My question is it some toxin elimination reaction, or Isbagol didn’t suit me, or some other reason. Also I take a lot of vitamins and minerals, would taking Isbagol interfere with their absorption?
Thanks
yes .. looking at your case , you should take only 1 tsp of it at night
Hi mam,
I having problem that’s occurs recently 3 or 4 days before to present..
The problem is.. when I go to toilet..The first stool is come very hard and thick..And due to that blood also comes.
Is isabgol husk works on that.
yes it will help
Hello mam please mujhe kuch tips dije
mujhe kabaj b hai, swolling b hai pet me aur mera weight b buhat jada hai.. please muhje kuch aisa batiye ki meri sari problems theek ho jaye.
take 1 tsp isabghol at night with warm milk
Hi mam,
I am suffering from acidity from almost 6 months now, Recently I have started taking isobgol at bed time & Amway fiber in evening. Please suggest me if I am doing right thing.
yes .
Hello Mam ,
I am 26 Year(s) old male suffering from anal fissure and piles & some times constipation too. I visited a Gastroenterologists and he told me to take Esomac d 40 mg early in the morning empty Stomach & psyillum husk orange flavored Powder for 3 Month after night meal
How much time it will takes to heal .
Please suggest!!!
Hi Manish , your treatment is going in the right direction . it is hard to predict how long it wil take to correct the problem , but with good eating habits and this medicine you should get better in 7-8 months times . ( also depends if the piles are bleeding or not and the size of them )
how it help in losing weight ….?????
Hi Pragati ,
please read the article carefully there is an entire paragraph on weight loss … if you still have any further queries , please let me know and ill help yoy with it
Does taking sat isabgol causes bloating n gas?
not really … but there is a chance that pysillium husk if does noit suit your system , you can get the issues .. you will have to mark out if the problem really is due to the husk ..
My mother is having difficulty in passing her stool. Its hard and painful. How to make the stool soft so that it will be easy to pass? Pls suggest what can be done?
she can take isabgol with warm milk at night to soften the stools .. at the same time she needs to consume more of fluids to be able to make the stools soft enough to pass from the intestinal tubes
What are the nutrients in IssabGol. Pls mention if it has any nutrients like protein, carbohydrates, minerals etc
it is just plain fiber … nutrient if any , is negligent
I am jitendra Jha from suffering from colltice ulcer since 2012.l have use mesacol-400mg 3times /day.In the beginning it worked properly but after two years my stomach is again update and mucus with Stool comes regularly 3to4times .can isbagol help for me .please reply me I am nowadays become helpless.
yes it will give you temporary relief . but your problem is severe and cannot be completely treated with isabghol
Hi,
I have Ulcerative Proctitis (a part of Ulcerative Colitis where inflammation and ulcers appear in rectum, end part of the large intestine) and I am taking Homeopathic medicines. Does Isabgol helps in this disease? If yes, then how should I consume it and for how many days?
yes it will help you . it will soften the stools and hence prevent the stool to irritate the lining and provoke the ulcers.
mix with warm milk at noght and take this a bed time .
Can i mix it in a Half of glass of any kind of fluid? and can it cause Headaches?
yes , milk or warm water will do . headaches ? not really
Hello I m 48 nd I got thyroid. I m trying to loose weight. I got a ponch and I don’t no wat to do. Whenever I eat stomach increases.
Thank you for reading at Dietburrp. Walking or exercising for 45 mins everyday will help you in a good way to lose weight. along with the exercise you also need follow a healthy regime. You can find some basic and important tips for weight loss in this article here – https://www.dietburrp.com/top-10-weight-loss-tips/ if you want me to analyse your regime and plan a diet plan personalized for you, please see this page. – https://www.dietburrp.com/diet-services/
Or You can try following the diet plan mentioned above in the article.- https://www.dietburrp.com/indian-diet-plan-for-weight-loss/ this is a general 1200 calorie diet plan and has helped many. it may be of help to you as well.
hello Mam,
Thanks for reply.
My Mother facing loose motion problem. kabhi kabhi to 4-5 time motion jate hai or kabhi kabhi 2-3 time motion jate. Dr. ne isabgol ko cold water ke sath lene ko kaha hai. Loose motion mai isabgol ko cold water ke sath lena better hai ya pher curd ke sath lena better hai.weekness bhi hai. kabhi kabhi chakkar bhi aa jate hai.
Pl. suggest what to do?
Hi Deep , she can try both and see which works best for her . both ways is fine in case of loose motion .
Hello, I am having thyroid and taking 125 mcg rhyronorm. I am taking Isabgol since last five days before meals ; My weight was 62.2 before starting now it shows 63.3 in spite of controlled diet and regular walk
Why is it increasing? Kindly guide
Hi ,
causes of weight gain –
1] your thyroid levels are not normal
2] your menstrual lcycle is approacing (not applicable if you are a male 😛 )
3] you have recently changed your medicine dosage
4] ypou have recently started walking
Hlo mam, i m 24yrs old.. I have a problem of acidity.. Lyk feel burning sensation in Upper abdominal part aftr eat smthng.. Recently dr done an endoscopy nd result ws nrml and dr said some acid level Inc in body.. M taking my mdcn regular. So cn i tke isabgol along with medicine.. Plz suggest me nd also hw to tke.. Thank u
yes you can take isabghol , it will help you
Madam I want to know that how to use isabgol in loose motion.
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.
Hi payal Banka,
It’s really nice to see this blog , I really appreciate, I have a question my fiance is suffering from sever gastric problem , his stomach bolting and suddenly he gets this acidity , his esophagus burns and he feels breathless he gets continues burping and he feels breathless… my question is somebody suggested tat isabagol with olive oil.. so can he take this isabgol with olive oil daily after his every meal. Please suggest
Hi Tamana,
he can consume Isabgol during an acidity episode with a cup of Luke warm milk. If the acidity occurs regularly, one can continue to take this mix after meals for up to a week. The acidity episodes will surely reduce.
My stool very hard and I am bleeding can I used isabgol
yes you can
If you have severe constipation, add 2 tsp Isabgol 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.
Hi Ma’am. I would like to take Isabgul for loosing weight only. Please can you advice when and what time is best to take it. And do I need to mix anything with it. I am 48 years old. Thanks
Isabgol can be consumed with a glass of warm water and lemon early in the morning or just before your main meals. This will help you reaching satiety (the feeling of fullness) early, and naturally reduce your food intake.
Mam I have started taking isabgol as u said for diarrahea…. There is formation in my motion but I have to pass stool 3 to 5 times every day….. Is it due to isabgol??
How long should I continue taking Isabgol?
Hi Sucheta ,
you continue it for some more time . also start eating an apple with peel every day . this will help in formation of stools and stop loose motion . you can also eat guava with peel for the same reason .
Hi mem muje do shal se ulcertiv colaytis he kya isubgul le sakta hu
yes you cam
Mam i want to ask is this for ulcer also or not,
yes it can be used for ulcers as well.
Thanks for your reply mam….. I would like to know if isabgol helps in removing mucus….. as I have taken antibiotics but still mucus is present
Hi Sucheta ,
yes it helps. but we cant be sure if it will help ou clear mucus from the core
Hi….I am suffering with IBS D for three years…. recently for the last two months I am always having mucus in stool along with loose stool sometimes nd no medicine is working….. Can isabgol help?but I don’t hv constipation…. I frequently hv diarrahea
Hi Sucheta ,
ye it can help . you can have isabghol in the above mentioned form under diarrhea
Please dear btaao constipation mai daily lenay se ediction toh nai ho jaayayga
no dont worry . as your problesm starts solving , go on decreasing the quantity and then stop it completly
Hi Payal
I am suffering from piles and i have constipation a lot so will isabgoal help me
Hi Dinesh ,
es it will definitely help you . take with warm milk at night . i constipation is severe , you can add 1 tsp ghee in this isabghol and milk mix .
Mam my age is 24 , it almost 1 year now am facing hunger even after eating heavy meal and also itchy dry throat feel like something scratchy feeling… acne alsi which is not hoing away ..my all doctor are confused they are thinking acid reflux or gastritis other are thinking parasites and i already take parasite medicine nothing help can you please help me in this .. today i ate isabgol 2tbsp with cold water i thought may be it will help. Plz advice
HI Asif ,
Please pardon me , but i can help you only once the doctors diagnose the issue . I am only a diet expert an i could suggest you solutions based on diagnosis , but cant diagnose illness on my own .
Hi Payal,
Is Isabgol reduce my body weight.i am doing gym and gaining muscle please suggest
Thank you …
Best Regards,
Zia
yes isabghol helps in weight loss . but if you are fit , it will not make you underweight . dont worry
Hi Payal,
I am Zia M 28 FROM MUMBAI I AM HAVING ACNE ON MY FACE IS ISABGOL HELP TO REMOVE ACNE I AM HAVING NON VEG EVERDAY AND I DO EXERCISE.PLEASE SUGGEST THANK YOU
Hi Zia ,
if your acne is due to improper digestion and contipation , then isabghol will help you a lot .
Hiii mam I am having anal fissures and I am using isabgol since 7 days before that I used cremaffin for loose stools so I became dependant on that now I am using isabgol.how many days I have to use?and I want to know whether isabgol causes dependency or not?if again I stop isabgol is it causes constipation??
Hi Swetha , it depends on the actual reason behind your constipation . if it is less water intake , then drink pleanty water to correct constipation , if it is difficulty in passage , it may be due to less oil intake , have normal fat in your diet , it can be corrected with exercises and high fiber diet . these things do not have dependency .
isabol provides temporary relief , it is not a cure for constipation . so you can take it as and when required to pass motions.
Hello
Is this product good for a pragnent woman ? Doesthis product have sana in there ? Please let me know
yes it can be taken by pregnant women .. just choose a trusted brand like dabar , patanjali or baidyanath
Hello Mam, I am 15 years old girl suffering with a painful Pilonidal Cyst (Abscess) accumulated of pus. Does Isabgol help to resolve it or if there is any other natural treaments for it plz let me know.
Thanking you in advance.
Hi Sherin ,
i m afraid , i cant help you much in this regard . although isabghol cannot treat your problem , but it can temporary help by making your stools soft for passage , and painless ejacuation in case if the inflammation has spread to the buttock cheeks.
Hello mam I’m 36 years old I might suffering hypo thyroid …..weight issues. ….In these days I have a gastric ..inflammation pro stomach plz suggest the dose ..and timing plz
you can take 1 table spoon in a day . 2 tsp at bed time and 1 tsp after lunch
Hello madam,
I am aged 63 and since a few years tend to get very hard stool along with normal stool sometimes. I find it extremely painful to pass it and forced to use laxatives to eject it out. Does isapgoal help to resolve this.
Hi Vijayalakshmiji,
yes isabghol will help in forming soft stools and easy passage too . you can add 2 tsp in a glass of warm milk and take this every night. if condition is sever add 3 tsp. then gradually go on reducing the quantity
Hi payal,
My age is 25, and my weight is 58
And i have belly fat so what can do for reduce..
Plz help
https://www.dietburrp.com/?s=belly+fat check this
Hi Payal,
Thanks for your prompt reply and advice. Another thing I want to know is, how can I put on weight again?
High fat food I cannot tolerate and my weight is continuously on decreasing trend. Please suggest me foods those are less irritant on stomach with high calories and can aid in weight gain.
Regards, Ali
Hi, Thanks for reading at dietburrp. weight gain is a tricky process. you need to balance with calorie intake while making sure that the calories comes from healthy protein foods. the diet chart mentioned in the above article – https://www.dietburrp.com/indian-diet-plan-for-weight-gain/ is a perfect way to provide healthy calories to your body.
you can follow the tips on how to gain weight from the article – https://www.dietburrp.com/how-to-gain-weight/
It is important to understand that strength training is necessary to gain healthy muscle weight, so combine a 40 mins routine of exercise with the diet to achieve best possible results.
I am 31 years old male. I am taking omeprazole 40 mg for past 1 year to for treatment of mild chorionic gastritis. I have already done endoscopy and biopsy reports indicated that I have mild chorionic gastritis. How ispaghol can help me to cure this problem as frequent visits to doctors have not solved my issue. Every GI doctors says to me, there is nor problem but you continue omeprazole. I feel indigestion, acidity and due to avoiding most of the food items I have lost almost 7 KGs in past 1 year.
Let me know If ispaghol can help me in this condition? how to use ispaghol to resolve this problem?
Hi Ali ,
yes it can help . take 1/2 tsp isabghol with warm water or milk after each meal . also avoid long gaps between two meals
Hi. I have gastritis. Can I use this?
in gastritis , it will be hard to digest any new thing . wait for the stomach to get better , then you can have it.
HI IAM MALA I HAVE LOTS OF ACNE ON MY FACE CAN ISABGOL HELP ME TO GET RID OF IT IAM 28 YR NOW BUT PIMPLES NOT GET OUT OF MY FACE PLZ SUGGEST ME
Hi Mala,
IF your pimples are because of indigestion , constipation or any other digestion problesm , isabghol will help you.
hi payal madam
i am 38 years women. i am suffering form indignation and gas problem. and also suffering from bone pain. and heart pain since 1 year can isbolgol help me pl reply
Hi Mansi ,
yes it will help . you can also see this – https://www.dietburrp.com/how-to-get-instant-relief-from-gas-and-indigestion/
Hiii isbagol is taken after dinner will helps in weight loss.. 86 KG n age 27 yes going to gym previous it was 90 KGS… Plzreply
yes it will. but you need to also exercise and maintain a good low calorie diet to be able to lose healthy weight
Am having acid reflux resulting in phelgm in my throat. I feel as if I have something stuck in my throat.
How do I consume Isabgol to help in my problem
Hi Sheela ,
you can have it with cold milk. but more then this , you need to work on your acid reflux problem . you need to find the reason behind it and work to correct it . acidity can be due to too much spicy / oily food consumption , or long gaps in between meals , going empty stomach , or a particular food that is causing the refluzx
I have to go toilet at 5-6 times in a day. I am suffering from this for 6 month. Took alupathic medicine but no improvement. I am using sat isabgol from 3 week with cold water but no any improvement. Can u please reply me.
I am 52.I have high cholestral,TGs,LDL and gout.Can i take sat isbagol and how?
Yes you can take. add 2 tsp Isabgol 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.
Hi…my mom has diabetic nephropathy and increased Potassium levels(5.4)…is it ok for her to use isabgol for her constipation…I heard few brands contain Hugh potassium and magnesium in them and should be totally avoided in people with kidney disease…can you please suggest any good laxative for someone with kidney disease and diabetes?
Hi Rohini,
yes isabghol contain pottasium and it is better to avoid it in nephropathy or kidney ailments. she can rather add 1 tsp gheen in a cup of warm milk at bed time and consume it without sugar , she will be relived from constipation.
my mom has always an urge to pass stool and it is watery and mucus is present..can she take isabgol?
Hi Animita ,
yes she can take isabghol , this will help her by forming tight stools . at the same time she should also include apple and guava with peel and oats in her diet , these foods have soluble fiber and pectin which helps in binding stools.
My wife aged 57 years is getting 2-3 motions daily (many times not well-formed). She is on anti cancer drugs for treatment of Amyloidosis. Such frequent motions she use to have even before the said drugs were started
Will Isabgol help ? Kindly offer your valuable suggestion.
Regards
Hi Sunil , yes isabghol will help. Also if doctors have not forbidden her from eating raw , she shouyld include apple and guava with the peel in her daily diet. these fruits and oats and barley help in forming proper soft stools. because of their soluble fiber content.