TimingPsyllium Husk Powder
Take with meals
When to take Psyllium Husk Powder
Before meals, with lots of water
Psyllium husk (isabgol) is a soluble fibre that supports regularity, cholesterol and blood sugar. Take it before meals with plenty of water.
Best time in your day
- Wake
- Workout
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Evening
- Workout
- Dinner
- Walk
- Bed
- When
- Before meals
- Food
- With at least 250 ml of water
- Typical dose
- 5–10 g per day, split
How to take it
- 1Mix it in a full glass of water and drink immediately
- 2Start at 3–5 g
- 3Take it before meals
- 4Space medicines 2 hours apart
Watch out
Always take it with plenty of water; not enough can cause choking or blockage.
Keep apart from
- All medicines (2 hours)
- Other supplements (2 hours)
Common questions
Is it the same as isabgol?
Yes.
Why before meals?
It slows sugar absorption and makes you feel fuller.
Will it bloat me?
Start low; it gets easier.
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