Psyllium Husk Caps 500 mg®

Botanicals & Herbs

Brand: NOW

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Net Contents

500 Capsule(s)

Serving Size

3 Capsule(s)

Servings Per Container

166

Supplement Form

Capsule

Bar Code (UPC/SKU)

7 33739 05972 7

Product Version

CODE 5972 V3

Label Analysis

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3Active Ingredients

3 distinct active ingredients are disclosed in Supplement Facts.

100%Amount Transparency

Every active ingredient discloses a specific amount per serving.

2% Daily Value Coverage

2 ingredients report an established %DV per serving.

1Dietary Attributes

Label states: Gluten-Free.

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Allergen Guide

Contains

  • Milk
  • Egg
  • Shellfish
  • Wheat
  • Soy
  • Gluten

Allergen flags are parsed automatically from the official label's claims and statements. Always verify against the physical product label before use, especially if you have a severe allergy.

Supplement Facts

Serving Size: 3 Capsule(s) · 2 per day

IngredientAmount Per Serving% Daily Value
Calories6 {Calories}—
Total Carbohydrates1.3 g1%
Dietary Fiber1.1 g4%
Psyllium Husk Powder1.5 g—

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Other Ingredients

GelatinMagnesium Stearate

Target Groups

Adult (18 - 50 Years)Gluten FreeDairy FreeSugar Free

Label Claims

NutrientAll OtherStructure/Function

Directions & Suggested Use

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

SUGGESTED USAGE: As a dietary supplement, take 3 capsules with an 8 oz. glass of liquid, twice a day. Consider taking this product in combination with NOW(R) Gr8-Dophilus(TM), Triphala and Detox Support(TM).

Warnings & Precautions

Precautions re: All Other

Warning: Take this product as recommended. Without drinking enough liquid the product may swell in the throat, causing blockage or choking. Avoid use if you ever had esophageal narrowing or swallowing difficulties.

Precautions re: All Other

Do Not Eat Freshness Packet. Keep in Bottle.

Storage

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

Formulation

Formulation re: Does NOT Contain

Contains no sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, gluten, corn, soy, milk, egg, shellfish or preservatives.

FDA Statements

FDA Statement of Identity

*These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

FDA Statement of Identity

A Dietary Supplement

Other Label Statements

General Statements: All Other Content

ACTUAL SIZE

General Statements: All Other Content

Surveys have shown that the fiber content of the American diet is typically about half of government recommended levels. Psyllium Husks can be a convenient way to increase the intake of dietary fiber. It has the ability to swell up to 50 times its initial volume when added to liquid. This bulking action can play an important role in maintaining regularity and gastrointestinal health.*

General Statements: All Other Content

INTESTINAL HEALTH

General Statements: All Other Content

• Excellent Source of Soluble Fiber • Helps Maintain Regularity*

Seals/Symbols

GMP QUALITY ASSURED

General Statements: All Other Content

Made in the U.S.A.

General Statements: All Other Content

Please Recycle.

General Statements: All Other Content

Psyllium is a natural plant fiber imported from India.

General: Product/Version Code

CODE 5972 V3

Manufacturer & Distributor

Manufacturer

NOW FOODS

BLOOMINGDALE, IL, 60108

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Research & Studies

  • Psyllium supplementation in adolescents improves fat distribution & lipid profile: a randomized, participant-blinded, placebo-controlled, crossover trial

    M de Bock, JGB Derraik, CM Brennan, JB Biggs… - 2012 - journals.plos.org

    … Psyllium husks encompass a mixture of neutral and acid … psyllium and potato starch were packed as 500 mg capsules … public health, our findings have potentially important public health …

    201284 citations
  • The effect of psyllium husk on intestinal microbiota in constipated patients and healthy controls

    J Jalanka, G Major, K Murray, G Singh… - International journal of …, 2019 - mdpi.com

    … effect of psyllium husk supplementation on the intestinal microbiota of both healthy subjects … the effect of psyllium husk on colonic volume and intestinal water content was tested on first …

    2019302 citations
  • Adverse events of herbal food supplements for body weight reduction: systematic review

    MH Pittler, K Schmidt, E Ernst - obesity reviews, 2005 - Wiley Online Library

    … We hand-searched relevant medical journals and our own … the US adult population must now be considered obese (BMI … of this novel formulation of chitosan and psyllium husk seeds …

    2005279 citations
  • Psyllium

    SA Ziai - Fiber Ingredients, 2009 - taylorfrancis.com

    … have been granted on various uses of psyllium husk.Based on use, … both healthy and chronically constipated patients, psyllium … Now psyllium is one of the top 10 functional foods. The …

    20091 citations
  • Psyllium husk positively alters gut microbiota, decreases inflammation, and has bowel-regulatory action, paving the way for physiologic management of irritable bowel …

    P Garg, PK Garg, K Bhattacharya - Gastroenterology, 2024 - gastrojournal.org

    … Psyllium husk supplementation can be efficiently used for … Psyllium increases stool water, and this is associated with significant positive changes in the microbial composition of healthy …

    202415 citations
  • Role of psyllium husk in metabolic disease management: A review.

    K Mane, A Mhasalkar - Journal of Applied & Natural Science, 2025 - search.ebscohost.com

    … This review aims to outline the potential health benefits of psyllium husk… the importance of psyllium in diet today for improved health. … The effects of a psyllium fiber supplement on insulin …

    2025

Data sourced from the U.S. National Institutes of Health, Office of Dietary Supplements Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) · Label entered 2012-10-25. DSLD Label ID: 14255. This information is provided for educational reference only and is not medical advice. Always follow the product label and consult a doctor or pharmacist before use.