- Taken orally, relieves itching, bleeding and pain by correcting bowels.
- Benefits hemorrhoids by decreasing irritation from frequent loose stools or from overstraining due to constipation or hardened stool.
- Soothing to the digestive tract, draws toxins, metals from the body.
In addition to its traditional and current use for constipation, Psyllium was also used topically to treat skin irritations, including poison ivy reactions and insect bites and stings. It has also been used in traditional herbal systems of China and India to treat diarrhea, hemorrhoids, bladder problems, and high blood pressure.
In recent years Psyllium has become one of the world's most-used herbs. It is almost universally recognized as a premier source of dietary fiber, a useful substance to regulate the bowels, and a safe and effective constipation and diarrhea remedy. It can aid in the treatment of obesity and overeating by instilling a sense of fullness. Studies suggest that Psyllium may lower blood cholesterol levels and blood pressure, thus helping to prevent heart disease. It may suppress blood sugar fluctuation and play a role in the treatment of hypoglycemia and diabetes. Psyllium may also be useful in preventing or treating:
hemorrhoids, irritable bowel syndrome, and diverticular disease.
Other common names: Fleaseed, Fleawort, Ispaghula, Branching Plantain, Spogel, Plantago, Psyllium Husk.
