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UNDERSTANDING PYSLLIUM HUSK - PRECAUTIONS

 

Please remember that pysllium husk usage should always be limited and only used when necessary.  For example: a good time to think about choosing to add pysllium husk in a diet would be if you were detoxing and suffered with Chrons Disease or suffer with another kind of digestive problem. Adding pysllium husk to meals or, protein shake etc. will naturally help improve the digestive systems overall performance, thus regaining lost appetites and strength to continue the healing process.

 

In general, pysllium husk offers a natural alternative solution to fibre. Therefore if we suffer with fibre problems, this is a good solution to think about trying.

 

Like most natural sources, it is important to determine ways where you can keep pharmaceutical meds and natural solutions apart. For example; taking the natural solutions first and the pharmaceutical meds 2-4 hours later, or visa-versa. Also, working out the time period for how long you are to take the natural alternatives is always wise. 

 

Refrain from taking any foods, clays, herbs or supplements etc. 2 ½ hours prior to taking psyllium husk and 20 minutes after.

 

Consuming this product without enough liquid may cause choking. Do not use this product if you have difficulty swallowing.

 

 

Here is what HealthyLiving.azcentral.com say about pysllium husk risk factors:

 

 

Interferes With Medication Absorption - Taking psyllium husk when you are taking medications is all about timing. If you take it at the same time you take certain medications, the medications may not be absorbed as effectively. For example, do not take psyllium husk with tricyclic antidepressants such as Elavil or Tofranil, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. Psyllium husk also may interfere with absorption of the seizure-reducing medication carbemazepine, heart-regulating digoxin and cholesterol-lowering medications, such as Questram and Colestid.

Reduce Mineral Absorption - Psyllium husks can also interfere with absorption of vitamins and nutrients. The extra fiber can bind with key minerals and prevent them from being absorbed by the body. Additionally, it's best to get your daily dietary fiber from whole foods such as fruits, vegetables and whole grains instead of supplements. These foods contains more vitamins, minerals and other nutrients than a psyllium supplement.

Mask Chronic Constipation - If you find you need to take psyllium husk supplements on a regular basis to relieve constipation, you could be ignoring the underlying cause. Psyllium husk is meant to be taken on a limited basis, according to Go Ask Alice!, a health and wellness resource from Columbia University.

 

Caution

Consuming psyllium fiber without adequate water raises the risk for dehydration and bowel obstructions. It could also interfere with the absorption of many medications or vitamin supplements. Take psyllium at least one hour before or at least two to four hours after any of these additions to your diet. Long-term use of psyllium fiber with low dietary fiber intake can cause dependency. When beginning to take psyllium, add it gradually to your diet to prevent gastric upset.