The simple one
Psyllium husk powder
Simple, inexpensive, and easy to adjust. Mix well in plenty of water.
Good for: Constipation · Budget-friendly
What variations of psyllium exist?
A soluble fiber from the husk of plantago seeds. It forms a gel in water that helps keep bowels regular and supports cholesterol and blood sugar. It comes in 3 forms, and they aren't all the same. Here's how they differ.
For education only. What's right for you depends on your health and your medications, so check with your provider before you start or switch. Book a consult
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Every form, in plain words
The simple one
Psyllium husk powder
Simple, inexpensive, and easy to adjust. Mix well in plenty of water.
Good for: Constipation · Budget-friendly
The grab-and-go one
Psyllium capsules
Convenient, but you need many capsules for a useful amount.
Good for: Constipation
Usually skip
- The sugary one (Flavored, sweetened psyllium drinks)Often contain sugar, artificial sweeteners, or dyes.
Spotting a good one on the shelf
Look for
- Look for 'Psyllium husk powder' on the label (the simple one)
Watch out for
- No outside testing for lead, which has been found in some psyllium products
- Added sugar, artificial sweeteners, or dyes
Check with your provider first if…
- Taking any medicine, including thyroid medicine. Separate psyllium from medicines and other supplements by at least 2 hours.
- Trouble swallowing, a narrowed esophagus or bowel, or a history of bowel blockage
- Diabetes, or taking medicines that lower blood sugar
- Always take it with plenty of water. Gas and bloating are common at first.
In Dr. Lesher's store
One product in Dr. Lesher's dispensary has psyllium. Here's which form, where the label says.
Check with your provider before taking any of these, especially if you're pregnant or take medications.
Integrative Therapeutics
Blue Heron
Has husk powder (the simple one), good for constipation
0.03 g per serving
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Dr. Lesher is a Naturopathic Doctor who focuses on autoimmune and chronic conditions in women. Since 2020, she's helped hundreds of patients stop managing symptoms and start healing.