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ˈsɪl i əmpsyl·li·um

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. fleawort, psyllium, Spanish psyllium, Plantago psylliumnoun

    plantain of Mediterranean regions whose seeds swell and become gelatinous when moist and are used as a mild laxative

Wiktionary

  1. psylliumnoun

    The common name used for several members of the plant genus Plantago whose seeds are used commercially for the production of mucilage.

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  1. Psyllium

    Psyllium , or ispaghula , is the common name used for several members of the plant genus Plantago whose seeds are used commercially for the production of mucilage. Psyllium is mainly used as a dietary fiber to relieve symptoms of both constipation and mild diarrhea, and occasionally as a food thickener. Allergy to psyllium is common in workers frequently exposed to the substance. Use of psyllium in the diet for three weeks or longer may lower blood cholesterol levels in people with elevated cholesterol, and may lower blood glucose levels in people with type 2 diabetes. Use of psyllium for a month or longer may produce a small reduction in systolic blood pressure.The plants from which the seeds are extracted tolerate dry and cool climates, and are mainly cultivated in northern India.

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  1. psyllium

    Psyllium is a type of fiber derived from the seeds of the Plantago ovata plant, commonly found in India. This dietary supplement is often used for its laxative effects, helping to increase stool size and improve bowel movements. It is also often used to help lower cholesterol levels and control blood sugar for people with diabetes. It is available in various forms, such as husks, capsules, powder, and granules.

Wikidata

  1. Psyllium

    Psyllium, or Ispaghula, is the common name used for several members of the plant genus Plantago whose seeds are used commercially for the production of mucilage.

U.S. National Library of Medicine

  1. Psyllium

    Dried, ripe seeds of Plantago psyllium, P. indica, and P. ovata (Plantaginaceae). Plantain seeds swell in water and are used as demulcents and bulk laxatives.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of psyllium in Chaldean Numerology is: 2

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of psyllium in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1

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