The scientific names of psyllium are known as:
1. P. Arenaria Waldst. & Kit.
2. P. Major L., P. Psyllium
3. Plantaginaceae.
4. P. Arenaria Waldst.
5. Plantago Lanceolata
Common Names:
1. Plantain
2. Spanish Psyllium
3. Psyllium
4. Blond Plantago
5. French Psyllium
Like every other herb psyllium seed is the one which has been called by so many names but most of the people know it by plantain. This plantain comes from the word plants which mean sole of a shoe and it is a Latin word. Like its many names it also has wide variety of benefits for you.
Psyllium husks are known since many centuries in agriculture and later people realizes its medical use. This is one of the herb which is known by different names to different cultures such as North American Indians and New Zealand Maori call it Englishman's foot. The psyllium seed husk used in number if ways such as:
1. It Is Used To Make Fertilizer
2. It Is Also Used In Bird Seed
3. It Is Also Used For Inflamed Sites When Mixed With Oil
4. It Can Also Reduce Soar Throat When Mixed With Honey
5. They Are Also Used To Make Bulk Laxative
These psyllium seed husks are widely distributed through out the world as it has about 250 species. They are widely spread through out the world because they have their growth is fast. The most important useful part is seed though which psyllium fibre is extracted. Psyllium fiber is used to cure against several diseases but the psyllium husk can cause giant phytobezoar. The seeds usually have a measurement of 1.5 to 3.5 mm. They have following characteristics:
1. They Have Oval Shape
2. They Are Odorless And Have No Taste As Well
3. Their Color Is Deep Reddish Brown
4. They Have A Coating Of Mucilage.
Benefits Of Psyllium:
1. Bran Or Psyllium Is Used Against Gastrointestinal Treatment
2. It Is Also Used To Solve Many Skin Problems
3. It Can Also Overcome Inflammatory In Digestion System
4. Psyllium Recipes Reduces Cancer Effects To Some Extent
5. It Also Improves The Function Of Respiratory System.
It has many other uses as well as it also improves colon functions, it also reduces the concentration of toxins, it is also used to cure against constipation, it also cure against diarrhea effect, it also reduces yeast infection, it also helps in reducing sugar level, baking with psyllium is also possible, it is also used to reduce infection of different crops such as tomatoes, potatoes and many other crops. Apart form these uses psyllium should be taken in correct format and always get the advice from the concerned person before taking it.
Psyllium Dosage:
Correct dosage should be followed such as take two capsules twice a day. Psyllium husks safe to take but take meal before it otherwise it would affect you. Always use it if doctor has referred it as Psyllium may interact with lithium. The dosages are as follows:
1. In The Form Of Tea 1 Cup Is Recommended
2. Leaves Can Be Applied Thrice A Day To The Injured Part
3. In The Form Of Syrup Take 2-3 Ml To Cure Against Cough
4. In The Form Of Juice Take 1/2-1 1/4 Teaspoons.
It also has some side effects such as:
1. It Can Cause Chest Infection
2. Psyllium + Ibs Can Also Cause Sneezing
3. It Makes Your Eyes Watery
4. It Can Also Lead To Asthma
5. The Psyllium Seed Can Also Cause Toxic Effect In Kidney.
