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Most experts agree we need at least 25 grams of fiber daily for optimal health, yet the average woman gets just 12 grams. Hopping on the psyllium bandwagon is an easy fix. “Just add a scoop of ...

Adding wheat dextrin or psyllium to your daily regimen can provide benefits.

The girls are getting husky. Rather than breaking the bank for coveted, costly weight loss jabs, skinny wannabes on a budget are turning to the high-fiber husk of a plant. And the organic alternative ...

Fiber is having its 15 minutes of fame. This nutrient has always been key to a balanced diet, but the growing focus on gut health has pushed it into the spotlight — with one supplement in particular ...

Psyllium (pronounced sill-E-um) husk is a fiber supplement that’s best known for constipation relief. "But it may also have benefits for metabolism and digestive health," says Vanessa King, RDN, a ...

Psyllium husk is a fiber supplement often used for constipation, but it may also relieve heartburn symptoms. It’s usually safe and effective to try, but there are some precautions to consider. Share ...

Q: I recently read that taking psyllium within two hours of medications or herbs can interact and make them ineffective. It seems important for doctors who recommend psyllium to mention this. A: The ...

I was always a “just coffee for breakfast” person. A cappuccino—that’s about all I could stomach in the morning, and for a long time I was just fine with it. Then came strength training, which I ...