The Adventures of the Chevalier De La Salle and His Companions, in Their Explorations of the Prairies, Forests, Lakes, and Rivers, of the New World, and Their Interviews with the Savage Tribes, Two Hundred Years Ago John S. C. Abbott. The people of a story are not to be neglected as sources of interest.
Although psyllium is best known as a laxative, itâs said to help with a wide range of health issues, including: 1  Constipation. 2  Diabetes. 3  Diarrhea and loose stools.  Heart 1  disease. High blood pressure.  High 1  cholesterol. Irritable bowel syndrome 2  (IBS) Metabolic syndrome.  Obesity.
Psyllium in breakfast cereal adds both soluble and insoluble fiber. The unique characteristics of psyllium fiber have led to its use as a food supplement and additive. Psyllium is composed of about 70 percent soluble fiber, which forms a gel in your intestines, binding to cholesterol and helping to slow digestion.bout 30 percent of psyllium is insoluble fiber that contributes bulk to stool and helps to stimulate its movement through your intestinal tract, which improves bowel regularity.