Pysillium Husks - High Cholesterol Message Board

Jaya71 · 12-27-2007, 01:03 AM

I was told that is helps with cholesterol control. Is this true ? I was also told to take it before breakfast daily. Pls advise if this is the proper practice.

Connie122516 · 12-30-2007, 01:48 PM

Psyllium is the "active ingredient" in Metamucil and is a vegetable fiber. Any fiber MAY help a bit with cholesterol, but I wouldn't expect any miracle cures with it.

Be sure to drink enough water: it normally has a mild laxative effect, but will bind you up if you don't drink enough water.

Red60 · 12-30-2007, 07:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Jaya71

I was told that is helps with cholesterol control. Is this true ? I was also told to take it before breakfast daily. Pls advise if this is the proper practice.

Phsillium Husks are a water-soluble fiber and as such have been shown to be effective in lowering LDL cholesterol. Most testing has shown reductions in the range of 5-20% by using supplemental fiber. Phsillium, Pectin and rolled oats are all good sources of water-soluble fiber. Be sure to let us know how it works for you.