psyllium
noun
psyl·li·um
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Definition of psyllium
: the seed of a fleawort (especially Plantago psyllium) that has the property of swelling and becoming gelatinous when moist and is used as a mild laxative
— called also psyllium seed
Examples of psyllium in a Sentence
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Gel-forming fibers like psyllium, for example, hold on to water. — Julia Belluz, Vox, "Nearly all Americans fail to eat enough of this actual superfood," 15 July 2019 Eight that made the cut: beta-glucan soluble fiber, psyllium husk (the stuff found in Metamucil), cellulose, guar gum, pectin, locust bean gum, hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, and cross linked phosphorylated RS4. — Carolyn L. Todd, SELF, "Why Is Added Fiber in Literally Everything?," 12 July 2019 Drink plenty of water (at least eight glasses per day), eat more fresh fruits and fiber-rich foods, or take a fiber supplement such as psyllium husk or Metamucil, Dr. Schnoll-Sussman says. — Caroline Picard, Good Housekeeping, "The 5 Best Benefits of Castor Oil Are Mostly for Your Hair and Skin," 15 Feb. 2019 Insoluble fiber supplements, like Metamucil, psyllium husk or Unifiber, work best. — Jill Provost, Woman's Day, "End Digestive Problems for Good," 21 May 2012 Look for fiber products such as psyllium seed in the grocery store. — sandiegouniontribune.com, "A caregiver's guide to constipation," 24 Apr. 2018 Companies could use the fibers the FDA has already cleared, including psyllium husk and cellulose. — Candice Choi, The Seattle Times, "Snacks with added fiber a part of Nutrition Facts delay," 15 June 2017 In large bowl, whisk together flours, arrowroot, psyllium husk and salt. — Ann Maloney, NOLA.com, "Chickpea pizza with asparagus recipe: Meatless Monday," 12 June 2017 Take a fiber supplement with psyllium, the insoluble husks of fiber, to keep bowels moving. — Kathryn W. Foster, miamiherald, "20-somethings have twice the risk of getting colon cancer," 27 May 2017These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'psyllium.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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