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Plantain of Mediterranean regions whose seeds swell and become gelatinous when moist and are used as a mild laxative
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psyllium
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n. plantain of Mediterranean regions whose seeds swell and become gelatinous when moist and are used as a mild laxative [syn: fleawort , Spanish psyllium , Plantago psyllium ]
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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 ...
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n. Any of several plants of the genus ''Plantago'', whose seeds are used commercially for the production of mucilage.
Usage examples of psyllium.
In France these Psyllium seeds, given in a dessertspoonful dose, are widely prescribed as a laxative in lieu of mineral aperient waters, or the morning Seidlitz.
Lead him around the corral a few times and then give him a scoop of psyllium mixed in with his oats.
They purchased psyllium to add fiber to their diet and dog vitamins for their pets.