Which isabgol is best?

Greetings, fellow fiber enthusiasts! Today we will be delving into the fascinating world of isabgol or psyllium husk. As many of you may know, this seemingly boring product has quite a few health benefits such as regulating digestion and lowering cholesterol (1). But with so many options out in the market, what exactly differentiates one brand from another? In this article, we’ll be taking a closer look at some popular brands to see which really reigns supreme!

A Brief Overview on Isabgol

Before we get into the nitty-gritty details about each brand of isabgol available in today’s market, let’s first talk about what it actually is.

Isabgol (Plantago ovata) is a plant that yields small seeds also known as psyllium. The outer layer of these seeds are removed to obtain psyllium husks–the key component for products like Metamucil and other laxatives.

These husks, when consumed mixed with liquidI form a gel-like consistency which aids our digestive system and assists in flushing out any unwanted toxic entities in our body (2).

Now that we have some basic understanding down pat (pun intended), let’s dive straight into examining various brands.

The Contenders

Below are five well-known names circulating around the “psyllium-husk society”:

1. Metamucil

“You might want to reconsider those oats.” That’s how marketing should be done ladies and gentlemen; hats off to Metamucil for their very catchy advertisement slogan! There must be something special lurking within its orange-flavored wonders (despite its odd texture) that claims title over most other competitors(3).

Pros:

  • Great taste
  • Comes in various flavors (so you’re not stuck with orange)
  • Available in smooth or coarse texture

Cons:

  • A bit on the pricey side

2. Now Foods Psyllium Husk Powder

No’w Foods (pun alert!) came up with this fine powder form which sets it apart from Metamucil’s “drink mode”. This product is a natural blend and unflavored, making it the perfect add-on to a morning shake (4).

Pros:

  • Affordable price tag
  • Great for baking recipes
  • More versatile than others since it is flavorless

3. Organic India Whole Husk Psyllium

For those who want something more certified organic, they might tip their hats off to Organic India’s psyllium husks. Made purely of white psylliumII it comes with no artificial additives like some of other well-known brands do(5).

Pros:

  • Certified organic
  • Purely made up of white husks

4. Yerba Prima’s Botanicals Capsules

A change-up from powders and drinks, capsules are another sought-after method by many individuals who wish to regularly intake fiber without too much hassle.Such people may opt for Yerba Prima’s capsules instead where one capsule provide two full grams of crushed psyllium seeds thereby ensuring high quality fibre intake^(6).

Pros:

  • Portable option for consumers
  • Ideal for busy schedules when liquids aren’t convenient

5 . NutriGold Genuine Gold Standard Organic Fiber Blend

Last but certainly not least comes NutriGold’s version.The company claims top-quality product being non-GMO, gluten-free and free-form any types of preservatives(7)!

Pros:

-Full range coverage claimed as there are three foods packed within; organic flaxseed powder, organic acacia fiber and of course, organic psyllium husk.
– Zero artificial flavors or preservatives

Conclusion

So there you go fiber enthusiasts! Five very different contenders each suited for a particular crowd’s criteria. If we had to judge based on overall acclaim however, III Metamucil seems to take the cake! But it really all comes down to personal preference – taste, cost effectiveness , added benefits (such as gluten-free), etc.( please insert bullet points here) Whether you’re looking for pure white husks or maybe something in between; something that would suit your shakes & smoothies rather than your water bottle–There is always an option out there waiting for you.

So what are you waiting for? Go ahead and get some plus by adding this wonderful ingredient into your diet today(8)!

1.Reddy BS(1997). “Dietary Fibre in Health and Disease”. CRC Press
2.Handler R M, Ware J E Jr. Psyllium consumption and gastrointestinal absorption
3.Metamucil website“Fiber Supplement Products” Accessed 21/09/2021
4.“Now Foods Psyllium Husk Powder”, https://www.amazon.com/gp/customer-reviews/R16P6ZNVOFXQHJ/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_viewpnt?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B002RWUNYM&s=gateway&reviewId=R16P6ZNVOFXQHJ#wasThisHelpful Last accessed: 12/10/2021
5.Organic India website “Organic Whole Husk Psyllium Fiber”,https://organicindiausa.com/products/triphala/Accessed:22-Sept-2021.”
6.FnBnews,Yerba Prima introduces high potency psyllium capsules, https://www.fnbnews.com/Food-Ingredients/yerba-prima-introduces-high-potency-psyllium-capsules-55686 Last accessed: 14/10/2021
7.NutriGold,lbsite “Genuine Gold Standard Organic Fiber Blend”,https://nutrigold.com/products/fiber-gold-standard Accessed:12-Oct-21
8. National Institute of Health,”Psyllium”,https://www.nlm.nih.gov/druginfo/natural/psyllium.htmlAccessed24/October2021

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