Thanks to a confluence of cultural forces—including the rise of plant-based diets and trendy fiber supps (like psyllium husk, ...

Psyllium husk is a type of fiber—specifically, soluble fiber, which means it attracts water and turns to gel when it’s being digested, explains Jessica Cording, RD, author of The Little Book of ...

Psyllium husk is a powder that's rich in fiber, which is known to increase satiety and reduce appetite. Because it can promote feelings of fullness, psyllium husk has gained popularity as a less ...

The best psyllium husk supplement to lower cholesterol is one that contains at least 3 grams of soluble fiber per serving. Look for a supplement that is pure and free from additives like sugar or ...

How does it do this, exactly? Psyllium husk is high in soluble fiber, a type of fiber that dissolves in water in the gut to form a viscous gel. This sticky substance can increase water content in ...

Theoretically, given the effect of soluble fiber on weight loss, psyllium husk should help with weight loss. But to date, the available scientific evidence is mixed. That being said, other studies ...