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Isabgol Bhusi
₹409.00 – ₹1,659.00
Herbsfox Isabgol Bhusi – Isabagol Bhoonsi – Psyllium Husk – Plantago ovata
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Although known to be an effective home remedy for constipation, the wonders of Isabgol are not just limited to its role as a laxative.
What is Isabgol or Psyllium Husk?
A form of fibre that is made from the husk of the Plantago ovata seeds, Isabgol, or Psyllium Husks, is a gluey and oily textured laxative that is popularly used as a digestive remedy for our body. The Plantago ovata, also known as desert Indianwheat, blond plantain, and blond psyllium, is a medicinal plant with long and narrow leaves found majorly in Asia, North Africa, and the Mediterranean region.
The term ‘Isabgol’ derives from the words ‘asp’ and ‘ghol’, which in Sanskrit mean ‘horse flower’. Are you curious to know its benefits and why it has remained a trusted go-to remedy for digestive issues? Keep reading!
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Benefits:
Isabgol has been an old-time home remedy for treating constipation, weight loss, diabetes, and many other health conditions.
- Isabgol Benefits for Constipation
By being a bulk-forming laxative and rich in fibre, Isabol benefits constipated individuals by making their stool soft and easy to excrete, making it an extremely effective cure for constipation. As it adds unfermented gel to the stool, Isabgol contributes to its easy passage as it acts as an emollient and lubricant.
- Isabgol Benefits for Diarrhoea
Isabgol can also benefit those suffering from diarrhoea or faecal incontinence from liquid stools by blocking the calcium ion channels. It also has antisecretory and antidiarrheal properties, which can help get relief from diarrhoea.
- Isabgol Benefits for Irritable Bowel System
By undergoing anaerobic fermentation in the intestines, Isabgol fibre produces metabolites that are antioxidants and anti-inflammatory, which makes it helpful in treating irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), which is an intestinal disorder.
- Isabgol Benefits for Healthy Gut
Isabgol can also be our gut’s best friend because of its prebiotic properties. Prebiotics are compounds that promote the growth of healthy microorganisms like bacteria and fungi in our gut, which further helps in improving our immune system, making our body strong enough to fight infection, maintain healthy cells, and prevent inflammation.
- Isabgol Benefits for Heart Health
Isabgol has also proven to be helpful in the prevention of heart diseases. Consuming it as a part of our diet can lower our blood pressure, improve lipid levels, and strengthen our heart muscles.
- Isabgol Benefits for Diabetes
Isabgol has also been found to be effective for people with diabetes. The gelatin that Isabgol contains slows down the process of glucose breakdown and absorption into our bodies. Doing so, it can help us in controlling blood sugar levels in our bodies.
Side Effects of Isabgol
Due to its laxative effects and ability to create intestinal bulk, psyllium might have adverse side effects. So, before you decide to go ahead with a daily dose of Isabgol, you might want to consider some of its most common side effects, which include diarrhoea, abdominal pain, gas, frequent bowel movements, and nausea.
P.S. – Make sure to check with your doctor if you start experiencing symptoms like itchiness, difficulties in breathing, rashes appearing on your skin, swelling of the face and throat or any other side effects.
