Psyllum(Isabgol)-An Inexpensive Gift From Nature’

Most of the urban population living in cities these days doesn’t get enough fiber in their diet, this result in the common problems of weight gain, indigestion and high cholesterol levels.

Psyllium seed husks better known as isabgol can be used as an effective cure for all these bowel related problems ; these are the seeds of the plant plantago ovata and mainly found in India and Pakistan, it has been used in these countries as a common home medicine for constipation since ages.

Now we will try to find out some of the most important properties of this wonder herb.

PROPERTIES

Isabgol contains large quantities of gelatinous substances like mucilage and albumin, it forms bulk in swelling and makes an emollient gel that helps in the movement of intestinal contents and facilitates bowl movement. It passes through the intestines unchanged and hence not absorbed by the digestive system, in a way it means that it mechanically relieves the constipation by stimulating the bowl movement.

Isabgol also regulates the level of cholesterol in the body by forming a thin layer on the intestines and avoiding the absorption of cholesterol by the arteries.

It doesn’t only remove the bulk from the intestines but the toxins as well and helps clean the gastro intestinal tract.

SOME OTHER BENEFITS OF ISABGOL

Headache- isabgol can be mixed with eucalyptus leaves and applied on the forehead for a quick relieve from all types of headaches.

Toothache- when soaked in vinegar and applied on tooth, isabgol can help get rid of toothaches.It is also found to be an ideal cure for asthma and bad breath; for that you just need to consume 4-5 seeds of isabgol early in the morning and the symptoms of asthma will soon vanish.

Bowl movement—not only constipation, but isabgol is known to be an effective medicine to curb dysentery and loose motions.

Checks blood glucose levels and hormonal imbalance—it is probably the most inexpensive product to regulate insulin and blood glucose levels apart from that it enhances estrogen production in the body which controls women’s hormonal imbalance during menopause.

PRECAUTIONS

In case of intestinal ulcers or any other type of stomach inflammation, it is highly recommended to consult your doctor before using it.