The husk of Psyllium is the actual coating of mucilage around the seed. It is considered pure dietary fiber and are the only part of the plant used in manufacturing Psyllium products. Its nutritional value consists mainly of glycosides, proteins, polysaccharides, vitamin B1, and choline. Fiber content of over 80% compared to less than 15% for oat bran and 10% for wheat bran.The husk is composed mostly of a fiber called hemicellulose which is a complex carbohydrate found in whole grains, fruits and vegetables. Hemicellulose is indigestible, however, it is partially broken down in the colon and feeds the friendly intestinal flora.
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DESCRIPTION | PSYLLIUM HUSK 85% | PSYLLIUM HUSK 95% | PSYLLIUM HUSK 98% | PSYLLIUM HUSK 99% |
Moisture Content | 12% Max | 12% Max | 12% Max | 12% Max |
Total Ash | 4% Max | 4% Max | 4% Max | 4% Max |
Acid Insoluble Ash | 1% Max | 1% Max | 1% Max | 1% Max |
Swell Volume | Min 35 ML/GM | Min 40 ML/GM | Min 45 ML/GM | Min 50 ML/GM |
Light Extraneous Matter | 15% Max | 5% Max | 2% Max | 1% Max |
Heavy Extraneous Matter | 1% Max | 1% Max | 1% Max | 1% Max |
E-coli / gm | Negative | Negative | Negative | Negative |
Salmonella / 25 gm | Negative | Negative | Negative | Negative |
Yest & Mould Count | < 1000 per gram | < 1000 per gram | < 1000 per gram | < 1000 per gram |