Inulin and psyllium are types of soluble fiber that can benefit gut health in different ways. Learn how they work, their sources, benefits, and side effects.

From dry mouth and fatigue to nausea and weight regain, an expert breaks down 10 common side effects of weight-loss drugs and how to deal with them ...

Isabgol has long been a household staple across India, often passed down through generations as a trusted remedy for digestive troubles. From easing constipation to supporting overall gut health, this ...

Most people are well aware that fibre is a nutrient we want to eat enough of. Fewer know that there are two distinct types: soluble fibre and insoluble fibre. Both play different but equally valuable ...

MORE fibre, water and exercise – that’s the general advice we get to help speed up our bowel. But what if there is far more to it? And actually, the secret to going for a number two every ...

There are two different types—and they serve completely separate purposes.

Key Takeaways Psyllium husk is almost entirely soluble fiber, which may soften stool and help with bowel regularity.Chia seeds provide both soluble and insoluble fiber, plus protein, omega-3 fats, and ...

Regular constipation, bloating, and gas don’t just cause abdominal pain, they affect overall comfort and make daily life difficult. One simple ingredient, psyllium husk, can offer effective relief.

The long list of side effects associated with statins is vastly overstated, according to the most rigorous assessment of the evidence to date. This is prompting calls for the drugs’ packaging to be ...

While labels list dozens of possible risks only four are supported by evidence, say researchers Almost all side-effects listed for statins are not caused by the drugs, according to the world’s most ...

Nutritionist Deepshikha Jain identifies the risks of psyllium husk for those with sensitive digestive systems in a recent Instagram post. Isabgol or psyllium husk functions as a concentrated source of ...

Elizabeth Cooney is a cardiovascular disease reporter at STAT, covering heart, stroke, and metabolic conditions. You can reach Liz on Signal at LizC.22. Far fewer people who could benefit from statins ...