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Psyllium husk

Also sold as Ispaghula, fibre supplement

Bulking fibre for constipation and cholesterol; take with plenty of water.

2TrustedSupp Tier System™ · Tier 2Take until levels correct

How long to take it

Ongoing use is fine and often beneficial.

Who it's actually for

Anyone with low fibre intake, constipation, or raised cholesterol.

Safe upper limit

Unverified
No formal limit; build up gradually
Taken with too little water it can cause choking or bowel obstruction.
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Interactions to know about

  • Any other prescription medicine — Catches broad enzyme and absorption effects
  • Diabetes medication — Metformin, insulin, gliclazide, SGLT2 inhibitors

Other supplements:

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Practical notes

  • Separate from all medications by at least two hours — it slows their absorption.
  • Increase the dose slowly to avoid bloating.