{"product_id":"products-bio-health-psyllium-husk-400mg-120-capsules-html","title":"Bio Health Psyllium Husk 400mg - 120 Capsules","description":"\u003ch4\u003ePhilosophy of the traditional herbalists - \"the whole herb for the whole man\".\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe three species that produce Psyllium husks and seeds grow variously throughout southern Europe, north Africa and Asia, especially India, and are widely cultivated. The fruit which contains small pinkish or brown elliptical seeds is harvested in August or September. Many find the herb valuable when trying a calorie controlled diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn addition to its traditional and current use in the support and maintenance of a healthy bowel movements, psyllium was also used in traditional herbal systems of China and India to help support good intestinal health, healthy blood pressure levels, healthy levels of cholesterol and a healthy digestive system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePsyllium Husk may help maintain and support:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealthy bowel movements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood intestinal health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealthy levels of cholesterol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealthy blood sugar levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA healthy digestive system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003ePsyllium is a bulk-forming natural product and is high in both fibre and mucilage. Psyllium seeds contain 10-30% mucilage. The effectiveness of psyllium is due to the swelling of the husk when it comes in contact with water. This forms a gelatinous mass that helps support and maintain healthy bowel movements, provided it is taken with sufficient water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe herbal ingredients are wherever possible sourced from organic, wild crafted (non-threatened species) or cultivated plants. All the herbal raw materials conform to accepted scientific standards, British Pharmacopoeia, European Pharmacopoeia and British Herbal Pharmacopoeia.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePure-fil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditive free.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for Vegetarians and Vegans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003ePure-fil means:\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo colours or flavours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo binders, fillers, glidants or coatings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo emulsifiers, plasticisers, disintegrants, slow release agents or lubricants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo synthetic ingredients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePure-fil products contain 100% active ingredients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNothing genetically modified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey are perfect choice for those suffering with allergies, food intolerances, need special dietary requirements or just dont like to have unnecessary additive when they can have purity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eConstituents\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eMucilage arabinoxylan; fixed oil (2.5%) mainly linoleic acid; starch The seeds contain high levels of essential fatty acids: 40% linoleic acid; 30% - linolenic acid\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003ePsyllium Husk capsule: Vegetable hypromellose (HPMC).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eParts Used: Husks, seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDosage\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e2 capsules twice daily taken with a full glass of water. Children between 6 and 12, half adult dose.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eContraindications\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eA very safe remedy unless taken in large quantities without adequate water Psyllium can then block the stomach or intestines. On rare occasions this has led to the need for an operation. Can cause flatulence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWarning\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are taking any medications or have a serious medical condition, consult a doctor before use. Please read product information leaflet before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not take during pregnancy or lactation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not exceed the recommended daily dose. This food supplement is not a substitute for a varied diet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore below 25C out of sunlight. Keep out of reach and sight of children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bio Health","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56993499382147,"sku":"114953","price":12.06,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/7837\/0237\/files\/12f4eb09-6bf6-4d6d-afdc-5df7a1c8d6ff__54697.1697546981.1280.1280.jpg?v=1764952995","url":"https:\/\/www.vitaminplanet.co.uk\/products\/products-bio-health-psyllium-husk-400mg-120-capsules-html","provider":"Vitamin Planet","version":"1.0","type":"link"}