Polvo de cáscara de psyllium ecológico, 500g

Botanical name: Plantago ovata
Plant family: Plantaginaceae
Plant part used: Seed husk
Origin: India

🌿When stools are hard

One of the most practical reasons people use psyllium is when stools tend to be hard, dry or difficult to pass.

When enough fluid is consumed alongside psyllium, the fibre absorbs water and increases the water content of the stool. This can make hard, dry stools softer and easier to pass, which is one of the reasons psyllium is commonly chosen when bowel movements have become hard or irregular.

Psyllium is particularly interesting because it does not simply act by making stools looser. Its water-binding fibre can also help give more consistency to loose stools by absorbing excess water. In this way, psyllium can help regulate stool consistency in either direction.

Adequate fluid intake is essential when consuming psyllium, as the fibre needs water to swell properly.

🌿Soluble Fibre and the Gut

Unlike insoluble fibres that largely pass through the digestive system unchanged, much of psyllium's fibre is soluble and gel-forming.

This means that rather than simply adding rough bulk, psyllium holds water within the intestinal contents and creates a softer, more hydrated mass. This distinctive behaviour is what has made psyllium one of the best-known dietary fibres for supporting normal bowel function and regularity.

🌿Exceptionally High in Fibre

Psyllium is naturally exceptionally high in fibre. This powder contains 86.5 g of fibre per 100 g, with a daily 10 g serving providing 8.6 g of fibre. This makes it a simple and concentrated way to add a substantial amount of fibre to your everyday diet.

🌿A Remarkable Ability to Absorb Water

One of the most distinctive characteristics of psyllium is its ability to absorb water and swell. This powder has a swelling capacity of 60 ml per gram, so even a small amount can take up a considerable volume of liquid.

As the psyllium hydrates, it develops its characteristic soft, gel-like consistency. This is also why psyllium should always be consumed with plenty of liquid and should not be swallowed as a dry powder.

2 cucharaditas (10 g) por día para mezclar con preparaciones dulces o saladas.

- Ayuda a mantener una buena salud intestinal
- Ayuda a ablandar las heces y mantener la regularidad intestinal
- Contribuye a un buen colesterol

- Producto Certificado Orgánico
- Agricultura Orgánica Certificada (certificado AB)
- Origen de las materias primas: India
- País de fabricación: India

100% Polvo de Cáscara de Psyllium Orgánico de Agricultura Orgánica – Plantago Ovata

El psyllium proviene de varias especies de Plantago, especialmente Plantago ovata, nativa de India e Irán. El nombre "psyllium" en realidad proviene de la palabra griega psylla, que significa "pulga", porque las diminutas semillas se parecen a pequeños insectos.

En la medicina antigua, las semillas y cáscaras de psyllium ya eran valoradas. Médicos griegos y romanos (como Hipócrates y Dioscórides) describieron su uso para calmar el tracto digestivo y regular los movimientos intestinales. Los romanos también lo usaban en cataplasmas para irritaciones de la piel.

En las tradiciones ayurvédica y unani de India, el psyllium (conocido como Isabgol o Ispaghula) se ha utilizado durante siglos como un suave y natural auxiliar digestivo. Se recomendaba para el estreñimiento, la diarrea y como un agente refrescante para los intestinos. Los textos ayurvédicos lo elogian como un alimento "sáttvico" (puro, equilibrado) que apoya la armonía en el cuerpo.

Durante la Edad Media, el psyllium viajó a lo largo de las rutas comerciales. Fue introducido en Europa a través de médicos árabes, quienes transmitieron el conocimiento de sus propiedades medicinales. Ganó popularidad como un remedio a base de plantas para la salud intestinal.

En la era moderna, especialmente desde el siglo XIX en adelante, la cáscara de psyllium se estudió y comercializó ampliamente en Europa y América del Norte. Para el siglo XX, fue reconocida oficialmente en farmacopeas como una fuente de fibra soluble. Hoy en día, es una de las fibras naturales más investigadas, recomendada para el manejo del colesterol, el apoyo digestivo y el enriquecimiento de fibra dietética.

En resumen: una diminuta semilla que ha saltado culturas como su homónima pulga, desde la antigua Grecia y Roma, pasando por el Ayurveda en India, hasta la medicina árabe y finalmente la ciencia nutricional occidental moderna.

Consulte a un médico si está recibiendo tratamiento médico. Deje 2 horas entre el consumo y la toma de medicamentos. Las personas con problemas estomacales o intestinales o que han sido operadas deben abstenerse de consumir psyllium.
No reemplaza el tratamiento médico.

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🌿 What is the difference between psyllium powder and whole psyllium husks?
They come from the same part of Plantago ovata, but this product has been finely ground into a powder. The finer texture makes it easier to distribute evenly through yoghurt, smoothies, porridge and recipes, and particularly useful when you want a smooth, consistent result in baking.

🌿 How much fibre does one daily serving provide?
A 10 g serving provides 8.6 g of fibre. The powder itself contains an impressive 86.5 g of fibre per 100 g, making psyllium an exceptionally concentrated source of dietary fibre.

🌿 Is psyllium high in sugar or fat?
No. Despite its very high fibre content, this psyllium contains only 0.5 g sugars and 0.8 g fat per 100 g.

🌿 Is this psyllium gluten-free?
The current batch analysis measured gluten at less than 5 mg/kg, well below the 20 mg/kg threshold used in the EU for foods labelled gluten-free. The technical specification also lists no gluten-containing cereals as ingredients or expected cross-contaminants.

🌿 Why does psyllium become so thick when mixed with water?
Psyllium has an unusually high capacity to absorb liquid. This powder has a measured swelling volume of 60 ml per gram. Once hydrated, it expands and develops its characteristic gel-like consistency. This is why a little psyllium goes a surprisingly long way and why it should always be taken with plenty of liquid.

🌿 Can I take psyllium at the same time as medication?
No. Leave at least 2 hours between taking psyllium and any medication, as stated in the product instructions.

🌿 Does this psyllium contain any additives?
The product is organic psyllium powder from Plantago ovata, with a stated purity of 99% and origin in India. No additional functional ingredients are listed.

🌿 Is the psyllium tested for contaminants?
Yes. The current batch has been analysed for pesticide residues, glyphosate, ethylene oxide, mycotoxins, heavy metals and microbiological contaminants. The certificate reports, among other results, no detected Salmonella or Listeria monocytogenes and pesticide residues below the stated analytical reporting limits.

🌿 Are there any allergens I should know about?
Yes. Although the technical specification lists the EU declarable allergens as absent, the label on the finished 500 g product states that it may contain traces of mustard and sesame. We therefore follow the finished product label and recommend taking this into account if you are allergic to either.

🌿 Who should be particularly careful when using psyllium?
The product instructions advise people with stomach or intestinal problems, or those who have undergone stomach or intestinal surgery, to refrain from using psyllium unless advised otherwise by a healthcare professional. Psyllium should also always be consumed with sufficient liquid.

500g