Psyllium
The fiber found in psyllium is also soluable. So, it’s good for regulating bowel movements, alleviating diarrhea and controlling glucose levels for diabetics. One tablespoon of psyllium husks contains about 3 grams of fiber – just like one tablespoon of whole flaxseeds.
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Unlike flaxseeds, psyllium doesn’t contain fat. That’s one of the major differences between the two sources of fiber.
As for nutritional value, psyllium has fewer calories than flaxseed. One tablespoon of psyllium only contains about 20 calories.
Psyllium is best consumed with water. When you first begin taking psyllium, experts recommend trying a small dose – about ½ tablespoon to 2 tablespoons at a time. Be sure to drink plenty of water with psyllium because it can get stuck in your throat without enough water.
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Psyllium Fiber Is The New Flaxseed was originally published on blackdoctor.org
