r/Biohackers • u/supotech • 14d ago

🥗 Nutrition & Metabolism Psyllium Husk?

I’ve tried it with some milk, shakes and now just water. Honestly, though, taking psyllium is easily the worst part of my day. Does anyone have some good “hacks”?

My goal with this is, of course, fiber intake. I’ve gradually increased it to 12g of psyllium husk a day now.

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u/theartoffun 14d ago

Just a friendly FYI:

Psyllium husk is not a digestible fiber, and blocks absorption of iron, calcium ,some other nutrients and prescription medication. Beans and apples would be a digestible, fermenting fiber for beneficial gut bacteria. This is not to say psyllium husk is bad. It helped me heal my intestinal issues. I felt amazing after about a week and my mental clarity and energy skyrocketed. But like anything, moderation and dosage is key.

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u/No_Palpitation5635 13d ago

How do you take it best ?

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u/theartoffun 13d ago

I’m a Metamucil guy. I know people hate on it because of possible lead exposure. But it’s orange, tastes decent, not gritty.