Psyllium is a form of fiber made from the Plantago ovata plant, specifically from the husks of the plantâs seed.It sometimes goes by the name ispaghula. Itâs most commonly known as a laxative. Psyllium provides more benefits to your body than decreasing the amount of time you spend in the bathroom.umerous studies have shown that fiber like psyllium, as part of a healthy diet, can help lower a personâs risk of heart disease. Psyllium can affect your heart by lowering blood pressure, improving lipid levels, and strengthening heart muscle.
Unfortunately, the statistics are out on this one - there is simply not enough research to support that any foods are effective in inducing labor. Anecdotally, women have sworn the following are foods that will induce labor: Pineapple. Spicy Foods. Chinese Food. Eggplant Parmesan. Licorice.
Sometimes we consume foods that induce sleep, thereby constantly making us feel lethargic. Foods that induce sleep often contain tryptophan, which is an amino acid, and affects our body clock, changing the sleep cycle. If your food contains more tryptophan, it is likely to make you sleepy rather quickly.ou could also eat ripe bananas, pecans, honey, grapefruit or even soy. All these items induce sleep. Foods like artichokes, spinach and black beans can help combat anxiety and eventually relax you enough to fall asleep. Bell peppers, tuna, chicken and fish such as halibut can also induce sleep.