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The Collaborative International Dictionary
Wiktionary
n. Any of several plants of the genus ''Plantago'', whose seeds are used commercially for the production of mucilage.
WordNet
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]
Wikipedia
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. Research has also shown benefits in reducing cholesterol levels. The plant from which the seeds are extracted tolerates dry and cool climate and is mainly cultivated in northern India.
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.