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Psyllium husk is not nature’s Ozempic, but it is a pretty good source of fiber

Jason Weisberger
Jul 08, 2026
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Psyllium husk has been rebranded by the internet as “nature’s Ozempic,” which is unfair to nature, Ozempic, and this extremely beige powder that mostly wants you to drink more water.

The evidence is decent for digestion and modest for cholesterol and blood sugar. Studies suggest around 10 grams a day can slightly reduce LDL cholesterol and may slightly i…

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