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 is a fiber supplement, used primarily for the treatment of constipation due to its being a good source of soluble fiber. As a supplement, psyllium is derived from the seed husks of a plant called Plantago ovata.