A balancing seed for the digestive system

Blond psyllium seeds absorb several times their weight in water, increasing the volume of the stool and facilitating its evacuation. Unlike irritant laxatives, psyllium is well tolerated over the long term. It is also used for satiety and cholesterol and blood glucose management.

Description

Small, ovoid seeds, very light brown to beige, smooth, odorless, and with a neutral flavor. Dried raw product, intended for consumption as is or for inclusion in natural formulations.

Nomenclature

• Common name: Blond psyllium, ispaghul
• Latin name: Plantago ovata
• Family: Plantaginaceae
• Part used: Seed
• Form: Whole seeds (loose)
• Origin: India, Pakistan, Iran
• English name: Blond psyllium seed
• German name: Blond Flohsamenschalen
• Name in Spanish: Psyllium rubio seeds
• Name in Italian: Semi di psillio biondo
• Name in Arabic: بذور الإسبغول

Main virtues

Bowel regulator, mild laxative, natural thickener, helps control cholesterol, satiating effect, prebiotic.

Main constituents

Mucilages (20–30%), soluble and insoluble fibers, traces of oils, vegetable proteins, starch, oxalic acid.

Use and dosage

• Common use: 5 to 10 g of seeds mixed in a large glass of water (at least 150–200 ml), 1 to 3 times a day.
• Capsules: 500 to 1000 mg per capsule – 2 to 3 times per day, depending on formulation.
• Important: Always consume with sufficient water to avoid any risk of occlusion.

Precautions, side effects and contraindications

• Well tolerated, even in the long term.
• Contraindicated in cases of intestinal stenosis, occlusion, megacolon or swallowing disorders.
• May decrease the absorption of certain medications – space doses at least 2 hours apart.
• Not recommended for children under 6 years old without medical advice.

History and traditional use

Psyllium has been used since ancient times in Ayurvedic and Arabic medicine for its mild laxative effects and ability to harmonize the digestive system. Today, it remains a key ingredient in natural intestinal care, high-fiber diets, and prebiotic formulations.

Miscellaneous information

• Packaging: kraft bag or professional airtight bulk.
• Storage: dry, at room temperature, away from humidity.
• Shelf life: 24 months.
• TARIC customs code: 1211.90.86.00

Sources and references

• EFSA – Psyllium monograph (Novel Food files)
• Wikiphyto – https://www.wikiphyto.org/wiki/Psyllium
• Pl@ntUse – https://uses.plantnet-project.org

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