Psyllium Husk (Plantain Seeds Husk) 80 g

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About the Product

Psyllium from Golden-Farm is natural plantain seed husk, which is a unique superfood and a source of soluble plant fiber. Today, psyllium is a key and indispensable ingredient in healthy nutrition, especially in low-carb and gluten-free baking.

Due to its unique absorbent properties, when liquid is added, the husk instantly turns into a jelly-like mass. In cooking, this gel perfectly performs the role of gluten: it reliably binds the dough, makes it elastic, fluffy and workable. Adding psyllium to traditional baked goods (bread, pancakes, muffins) allows you to significantly reduce its calorie content, decrease the amount of wheat flour and enrich the dish with beneficial dietary fiber.

Psyllium can be added to gluten-free bread, buns, pancakes, muffins, homemade cakes, porridges, smoothies, yogurts, soups and other dishes. It increases the fiber content in the diet and can be useful for people who strive to maintain comfortable digestion, control appetite and balance their daily menu.

In addition to culinary benefits, psyllium is an excellent functional product for the digestive system. The plant gel gently coats the walls of the gastrointestinal tract, creates a long-lasting feeling of satiety, helps control appetite and promotes maintaining normal blood sugar and cholesterol levels. Due to its high ability to absorb water, it is important to consume psyllium with sufficient liquid.

Main Benefits of Psyllium:

  • natural source of soluble fiber;
  • suitable for low-carb and gluten-free baking;
  • helps improve dough elasticity;
  • helps maintain comfortable bowel function;
  • promotes longer feeling of satiety;
  • conveniently added to drinks, porridges, smoothies and ready meals;
  • pure composition: 100% natural product;
  • non-GMO, no artificial colors or preservatives.

Functional Properties

  1. Supports normal digestion. Psyllium contains soluble fiber that absorbs water, increases in volume and forms a gel-like mass. This helps maintain the natural motility of the intestine and comfortable digestion.
  2. Helps control appetite. Due to its ability to swell in liquid, psyllium promotes a longer feeling of fullness. This can be useful for people who control the calorie content of their diet.
  3. Suitable for gluten-free baking. In cooking, psyllium is used as a natural structure-forming agent. It binds water, forms a gel and helps give gluten-free dough greater elasticity and stability.
  4. Supports a balanced diet. Psyllium helps increase the amount of dietary fiber in the daily menu, which is especially relevant with insufficient consumption of fiber from vegetables, fruits, whole grains and legumes.
  5. Mild sorption and detox. Delicately binds and promotes the natural removal of metabolic products and toxins from the body;
  6. Regulation of metabolism. Helps optimize metabolic processes and promotes maintaining normal levels of sugar and cholesterol;
  7. Digestion comfort: has mild laxative properties, coats mucous membranes and stimulates regular and easy bowel movements without spasms;

Who May Benefit from Psyllium (Plantain Husk)

Psyllium may be beneficial for people who:

  • want to increase the amount of fiber in their diet;
  • follow a low-carb or gluten-free diet;
  • bake gluten-free bread at home;
  • strive to maintain comfortable digestion;
  • control appetite and calorie intake;
  • are looking for a natural plant component for their daily menu;
  • are adherents of healthy and balanced nutrition, keto diet, low-carb diet and gluten-free menu;
  • are on weight correction and control programs;
  • are looking for a natural and delicate way for daily intestinal cleansing and support of its motility;
  • monitor cholesterol and blood glucose levels through proper diet.

Form of Release

Natural seed husk. Packaging 80 g.

Scientific Data on Psyllium

  • FDA recognizes psyllium as one of the sources of soluble fiber that can be used in claims about the relationship between a diet low in saturated fats and cholesterol and a reduced risk of coronary heart disease. Important: this statement refers to the diet as a whole, and not to the therapeutic effect of a single product.
  • A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition examined the effect of psyllium fiber on LDL cholesterol and other lipid parameters.
  • Research and culinary sources on gluten-free baking describe the key technological property of psyllium: when mixed with water, it forms a sticky elastic gel that helps bind ingredients and improve the structure of gluten-free dough.

Method of Use

For adults and children from 14 years: pour 1 tablespoon (approximately 10 g) with a glass of boiling water and infuse for 30 minutes.

Take 1/2 glass twice a day 20 minutes before meals.

The duration of intake is determined by a doctor.

Consult a doctor before use.

Warnings

  • Not a medicinal product.
  • A dietary supplement does not replace a complete, varied and balanced diet.
  • Not intended for the diagnosis, treatment or prevention of diseases.
  • Do not exceed the recommended daily portion.
  • Consume with sufficient water.
  • Do not take in dry form without liquid, as psyllium swells quickly.
  • People with gastrointestinal diseases, swallowing disorders, intestinal obstruction, diabetes, or those taking medications should consult a doctor before use.
  • Psyllium may affect the absorption of some medications, so it is advisable to take an interval of at least 2 hours between taking the supplement and medications.

Contraindications

Individual intolerance to the components, pregnancy, lactation period, children under 14 years of age.

Storage Conditions and Shelf Life

Store in the manufacturer's packaging in a dry room at a temperature from +10 °C to +24 °C.

Shelf life: 24 months from the date of manufacture.

Keep out of reach of children.

Production and Certification

Dietary supplement

Market operator responsible for labeling, manufacturer: PE “Golden-Farm”; 1 Ya. Hnizdovskoho St., Kyiv, 02094, Ukraine.

Address of production facilities: 3 Sadova St., Dudarkiv village, Boryspil district, Kyiv region, Ukraine, 08330.

The product is manufactured in compliance with quality standards. Complies with the requirements of the current legislation of Ukraine regarding the safety and labeling of dietary supplements.

Additional Information

  • It is recommended to carefully read the information on the packaging, label and manufacturer's instructions before use.
  • The information on the website is for informational purposes only and cannot be used for self-diagnosis or treatment and does not replace professional medical advice.
  • The manufacturer may make changes to the packaging or product design without prior notice. The appearance of the product may differ from the images on the website.
  • The site administration is not responsible for the consequences of using the information posted in the description without prior consultation with a specialist.

Ingredients:

  • Psyllium Husk (Plantain Seed Husk) – 100%

Non-GMO.

Food (nutritional) value of 100 g:

  • proteins - 0.2 g
  • fats - 0.1 g
  • carbohydrates - 11.9 g

Energy value (calorie) 100 g: 49.3 kcal

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