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Remember your daily fibresProblems with an upset stomach in the form of constipation or irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can be very disturbing and may result from the fact that you are not eating enough fibres. Many people are familiar with constipation and IBS. Constipation is hard, lumpy stools that are taking a long time to pass through the intestines. Irritable bowel syndrome is either constipation or varying bowel function, i.e. diarrhoea and constipation. Bloated stomach nearly always accompanies this condition. The problem is often a result of too little fibres in our diet. This is not uncommon or unnatural, as most people eat a diet with very low fibre content. Fibres workDietary fibres work in several ways. When you eat more fibres, you normally have more regular bowel movement. The fibres bind fluid in the intestines; stools become softer, movement of the bowels is stimulated and stools are passed more quickly. Fibres increase the amount of useful bacteria in the large intestine and are therefore an important part of our diet. Like an internal massage of the intestinal walls they ensure that the strength and contractibility of the intestinal musculature is maintained. HUSK Psyllium husks consists of husks from the Indian plant Plantago ovata Forsk., also known as Ispaghula husk or Psyllium husk. HUSK Psyllium husks contain 85% fibres and like other plant fibres they are difficult to digest. Passing through stomach and intestines the husks absorb fluid and increase in bulk, whilst they at the same time release vegetable mucilage that lubricates and protects the intestinal walls. This way the intestinal content has a more suitable texture, which especially the large intestine process better. Fibres in your daily dietFibres are found among other things in rye bread, wholemeal bread, coarse crispbread, oatmeal, coarse flour, pasta, rice, potatoes, vegetables, and fruit and nuts, as well as in some husks like the HUSK Psyllium husks. In the folder "Eat more fibres - a guide to dietary fibres" you will find a list of different foods and their fibre content. Using the list you can find out whether the fibre content in your daily diet is sufficient. Cholesterol in the bloodCholesterol is a vital fat in our body. There is both good and bad cholesterol in the blood. Too much of the bad (LDL) cholesterol increases the risk of a blood clot or arteriosclerosis. The level of cholesterol in the blood is among others affected by what you eat. Food with a high content of fat increases the cholesterol in the blood, whereas healthy food has a positive effect on cholesterol. Healthy food also has a positive influence on your weight and well-being in general. A good supplement to healthy eating habits could be Psyllium husks like HUSK Psyllium husks. Combined with healthy food HUSK Psyllium husks can help lower the level of bad cholesterol in the blood. Recommended daily dosageConstipation and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS):
Make sure to use the enclosed 5ml spoon for exact measurement of dosage. HUSK Psyllium husks can be stirred in a glass (2 dl) of water, milk or juice. Drink at once. The husks can also be sprinkled on dairy products like yoghurt. Always drink at least 1-2 glasses of water when taking HUSK Psyllium husks . HUSK Psyllium husks can be used during pregnancy and when breastfeeding. Side effectsAllergic reactions can occur in rare cases. The fibre content can, especially in the first few days, cause mild stomach ache and increased flatulence. OverdoseIntestinal obstruction may occur, especially when fluid intake is inadequate. StorageDry at room temperature. Keep out of reach of children.
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  W. Ratje Frøskaller ApS e-mail: info(at)husk.dk |
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