Psyllium is a robust herb that grows around the world but most commonly found in India. Psyllium is used to treat constipation, it increases the bulk in the stool to help cause movement in the intestines. Psyllium, a bulk forming laxative is also used with a proper diet to treat high cholesterol.

It is important to drink lots of water with Psyllium.

Other medicinal uses besides being a soluble fibre are; aid weight loss, lower blood sugar levels, treat IBS, used to prevent colon cancer.