RESEARCH
FOR THE DILL

Psyllium is a hydrocolloid derived from the bark of the seeds of the Plantagoovata plant and has been used in traditional medicine in parts of India and China. Its consumption has been shown to provide nutritional benefits such as lowering the glycemic index, minimizing the risk of cardiovascular disease, improving cholesterol and relieving constipation.

Psyllium extract, the surprise

Natural ally in the effective weight loss effort.

Studies

Effect of psyllium (Plantago ovata) fiber on LDL cholesterol and alternative lipid targets, non-HDL cholesterol and apolipoprotein B: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

Psyllium is a natural nonfermented gel-forming fiber that is effective for weight loss: A comprehensive review and meta-analysis

AbutairA., NaserI. A., HamedA. (2016). Soluble fiber from psyllium improves glycemic response and body weight among patients with type 2 diabetes (randomized control trial). Journal of Nutrition, 15 (1), 86-87.

Akbarzadeh Z., NourianM.,AskariG., MaracyM. (2016). The effect of Psyllium on body composition and liver enzyme measurements in overweight or obese adults with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). International journal of advanced biotechnology research, 7 (3), 1545-1554.

Cicero A., Derosa C., Bove M., Imola F., Borghi C., Gaddi A. (2010). Psyllium improves dyslipidemia, hyperglycemia and hypertension, while gum guar reduces body weight faster in patients with metabolic syndrome after AHA Step 2 diet. Mediterranean Journal of Nutrition and Metabolism, 3 (1), 47-54.