Psyllium seed husks, also known as ispaghula, isabgol, or psyllium, are portions of the seeds of the plant Plantago ovata, (genus Plantago), a native of India and Pakistan. Psyllium is used in weight control and for general intestinal health.syllium seed husks, also known as ispaghula, isabgol, or psyllium, are portions of the seeds of the plant Plantago ovata, (genus Plantago), a native of India and Pakistan. Psyllium is used in weight control and for general intestinal health.
Consider ditching cereal for warm, gooey oatmeal. Oatmeal will keep you feeling fuller longer, suggests a study in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition. Participants were served 250 calories of cereal or oatmeal with 113 calories of milk.
By contrast, foods with a low glycemic index, defined as 55 or less, are digested more slowly and can help keep your blood sugar level stable. The South Beach Diet emphasizes foods with a low glycemic index, since they make you feel fuller longer and may help prevent diabetes. Cooked turnips have a glycemic index of 72, putting them in the same category as medium-high glycemic index foods like oats or brown rice.