Organic Psyllium Husk Powder

Psyllium husks are the seed coatings of the plantain species Plantago indica / ovata. When the plant's seed pods ripen, the tiny seeds spring into the air, resembling the movement of fleas, which is where the name "psyllium" comes from (Latin for "flea"). Psyllium husks have been an important part of traditional Indian culture for over 2000 years, and have been valued in Europe since antiquity as well.

The husks in particular are naturally rich in valuable, mucilage-forming dietary fibre, known as flosine mucilage polysaccharides, which swell into a gel-like substance when combined with liquid. Gentle milling produces the fine psyllium husk powder, which has a much larger surface area and, in turn, a significantly greater swelling volume than whole husks. The swelling value of our premium organic psyllium husk powder is over 80, compared to just over 40 for whole husks.

We source our premium psyllium husk powder directly from one of the leading organic psyllium farms in India, located in the main growing region of Rajasthan, which accounts for around 80% of India's total psyllium production.

The psyllium seeds are harvested by hand and then sun-dried at a maximum of 30°C for around 72 hours. The pure husks and 99% pure powder are obtained by separating out other plant components using mechanical separators (blowers, gravity separation, polishing), followed by fine milling.

Packaged in premium, airtight aroma-protection pouches with a re-sealable zip closure. A high-barrier coating provides optimal protection against moisture, oxidation, and environmental contaminants

Ingredients: Organic psyllium husk powder (Plantago ovata).

Organic Certification

PL-EKO-01
Nicht-EU-Landwirtschaft

raw food

vegan

gluten free

soya free

non-GMO

no additives

Take 1–2 teaspoons (approx. 3–6g) of the fine powder daily, ideally on an empty stomach and 30 minutes before breakfast. Stir it into a small amount of water (at least 100ml) and drink the mixture quickly before it thickens. Follow this with at least a further 200ml of water. Be sure to maintain adequate fluid intake throughout the day, as the powder binds water.

As part of a gut cleanse, the preparation described above can be carried out twice daily, for example morning and evening.
It's advisable to allow at least 2 hours since your last meal.

Psyllium husk powder is also suitable for thickening smoothies or shakes, adding to muesli or for baking.
The German Nutrition Society (DGE) recommends 25–30 grams of fibre per day.

Notes:

Allow a gap of around 1 hour before or after taking medication.
Do not take more than 5g at once (with 5g, take at least 400–500ml of water alongside it).
Do not take dry. Always dissolve in water or another liquid beforehand and drink immediately. Always follow with sufficient fluid.

Contraindications

Not recommended for children under 6 years of age. If you have a tendency towards intestinal obstructions, chronic inflammatory gastrointestinal diseases, narrowing of the oesophagus, stomach or intestines, chronic constipation, or are taking medications such as (tricyclic) antidepressants, carbamazepine, cholesterol-lowering medications, diabetes medications, digoxin or lithium, please consult a doctor before taking psyllium husk to avoid potential interactions.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat.

The purity of our formulas is important to us. This is why we have both our raw ingredients as well as our finished products extensively tested by independent laboratories to confirm purity and active ingredient content. Here, we have provided the results of some of the tests carried out on this product.

ACTIVE INGREDIENT/
contaminants

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CONFORMITY STATEMENT

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