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Fiber

Psyllium

Psyllium comes from the seed husk of Plantago ovata. Its gel-forming fiber holds water in the bowel.

Also listed as Psyllium Husk, Psyllium Fiber, Metamucil (brand name), ispaghula

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Where does food fit?

French product information places ispaghula alongside a diet richer in vegetables, fruit and whole-grain bread, with adequate drinks and physical activity. It is an addition to constipation care rather than the whole dietary approach. 1

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