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Description
"Psyllium Husk" is a fiber-rich, plant-derived supplement celebrated for enhancing digestive health and supporting regularity. By promoting beneficial gut bacteria, it boosts immune function, reduces cholesterol levels, stabilizes blood sugar, and supports appetite control and heart wellness. Neutral in flavor, psyllium effortlessly thickens smoothies, soups, sauces, and gluten-free baked goods without altering their taste. A versatile addition to any dietary routine, psyllium husk supports digestive comfort and overall wellness with ease.
Category
Thickeners
Psyllium Husk
Benefits
Promotes digestive balance: A rich source of soluble fiber that helps regulate bowel movements and support a healthy gut.
Supports heart health: Helps lower LDL cholesterol levels, contributing to improved cardiovascular function.
Aids in appetite control: Expands in the stomach to promote fullness, which can assist with portion control and weight goals.
Helps regulate blood sugar: Slows sugar absorption to support more stable energy and balanced glucose levels.
Promotes digestive balance: A rich source of soluble fiber that helps regulate bowel movements and support a healthy gut.
Supports heart health: Helps lower LDL cholesterol levels, contributing to improved cardiovascular function.
Aids in appetite control: Expands in the stomach to promote fullness, which can assist with portion control and weight goals.
Helps regulate blood sugar: Slows sugar absorption to support more stable energy and balanced glucose levels.
Glycemic Load [GL]
A food's glycemic load reflects its potential to raise blood sugar levels after consumption. The impact of ingesting one gram of glucose is roughly equivalent to one glycemic load unit. The glycemic load is calculated by multiplying the total carbohydrate content of a food by its glycemic index and then dividing by 100. The range of low GL values is 0–10. A GL between 11 and 19 is considered medium, while a GL over 20 is considered high.
Low
Glycemic Index [GI]
The glycemic index measures the increase in blood sugar levels brought on by consuming a particular carbohydrate within two hours of ingestion. It is displayed on a scale from 0 to 100, with 100 denoting the effect of pure glucose. High-glycemic-index foods [70+] quickly release glucose into the bloodstream, which raises blood sugar levels. Foods with a medium [56–69] and low GI [0-55] release glucose into the blood gradually.
Low
References
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