Whole Psyllium Husks®

Fiber & Other Nutrients

Brand: NOW

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Net Contents

12 oz.

Serving Size

1–2 Tbsp

Servings Per Container

34

Supplement Form

Powder

Bar Code (UPC/SKU)

7 33739 05980 2

Product Version

CODE 5980 V7

Label Analysis

Objective insights generated automatically from the official DSLD label — a quick, factual read of how this product is formulated and disclosed.

4Active Ingredients

4 distinct active ingredients are disclosed in Supplement Facts.

100%Amount Transparency

Every active ingredient discloses a specific amount per serving.

3% Daily Value Coverage

3 ingredients report an established %DV per serving.

5Dietary Attributes

Label states: Vegan, Vegetarian, Non-GMO, Gluten-Free, Kosher.

This analysis is generated algorithmically from label data for educational reference only. It is not a product endorsement, ranking, or medical advice.

Supplement Facts

Serving Size: 1–2 Tbsp · 1– per day

IngredientAmount Per Serving% Daily Value
Calories35 {Calories}
Total Carbohydrates8 Gram(s)3%
Dietary Fiber7 Gram(s)28%
Soluble Fiber6 Gram(s)
Insoluble Fiber1 Gram(s)
Sodium10 mg1%
Psyllium husks10 Gram(s)

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

Other Ingredients

None

Target Groups

VeganVegetarianAdult (18 - 50 Years)KosherGluten FreeDairy Free

Label Claims

NutrientAll OtherStructure/Function

Directions & Suggested Use

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Usage: Vigorously mix 1-2 level tablespoons daily into at least 12 oz. of water or juice and consume immediately. Be sure to drink plenty of additional fluids throughout the day. Start with smaller amounts and gradually increase over several weeks.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

NOTICE: This product should be taken with at least a full glass of liquid.

Warnings & Precautions

Precautions re: All Other

Caution: For adults only.

Precautions re: Pregnant or Nursing or Prescription Medications

Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.

Precautions re: Children

Keep out of reach of children.

Precautions re: All Other

NOTICE: This product should be taken with at least a full glass of liquid. Taking this product without enough liquid may cause choking. Do not take this product if you have difficulty in swallowing.

Precautions re: Allergies

Not manufactured with yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or tree nut ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.

Storage

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place after opening.

Formulation

Formula re: Contains

~ Excellent Source of Fiber

Formula re: Contains

~ Helps Maintain Regularity*

Formulation re: Vegetarian/Vegan

Vegetarian/Vegan

Formulation re: Does NOT Contain

Not manufactured with yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or tree nut ingredients.

FDA Statements

FDA Disclaimer Statement

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. 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

Surveys have shown that the fiber content of the American diet is typically about half of government recommended levels. Whole Psyllium Husks can be a convenient way to increase the intake of dietary fiber.* Psyllium 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

Natural color variation may occur in this product.

General Statements: All Other Content

This product is sold by weight not volume.

General: Product/Version Code

CODE 5980 V7

General Statements: All Other Content

Intestinal Health*

Seals/Symbols

Non-GMO

Seals/Symbols

Triangle K

General Statements: All Other Content

Probiotics/Enzymes/Digestive Family owned since 1968.

General Statements: All Other Content

Please Recycle.

Seals/Symbols

GMP Quality Assured

Manufacturer & Distributor

Manufacturer

NOW Foods

395 S. Glen Ellyn Rd., Bloomingdale, IL, 60108, USA

Market Reference

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Research & Studies

  • Nutritional composition and health benefits of psyllium (Plantago ovata) husk and seed

    AR Shah, P Sharma, T Longvah, VS Gour… - … Today, 2020 - journals.lww.com

    … of whole psyllium seed and psyllium husk are presented in Figure 3. Psyllium husk is a … Supplementation of psyllium along with a meal decreased postprandial glucose and insulin …

    202032 citations
  • Psyllium husk: a comprehensive review of its functional properties, health benefits, mechanisms of action, and potential adverse effects

    A Kumar, R Patel, S Yadav, B Prajapati… - Current Nutrition …, 2026 - Springer

    … This study highlighted the importance of fluid intake during psyllium husk supplementation, as well as the potential risks associated with it, … Nutr Today. 2020;55:313–21. h t tps : / / doi . …

    20261 citations
  • Review on psyllium husk: nutritional, functional, health benefits, food industry applications, waste treatment, and potential negative effects

    M Geremew Kassa, D Alemu Teferi… - CyTA-Journal of …, 2024 - Taylor & Francis

    … , psyllium husk has been traditionally utilized in various cultures for its medicinal properties (Franco et al., Citation2020). Today, it … is utilized in the formulation of dietary supplements and …

    202428 citations
  • Psyllium (Plantago ovata) husk: a wonder food for good health

    A Verma, R Mogra - International Journal of Science and Research, 2013 - mehr.com.ar

    … to explore the health promoting effects of psyllium husk and its … Psyllium was a native of Persia, now grown in the western … indicated that psyllium husk supplementation results in …

    201396 citations
  • Psyllium: the gel-forming nonfermented isolated fiber that delivers multiple fiber-related health benefits

    JW McRorie Jr, RD Gibb, KJ Sloan… - Nutrition Today, 2021 - journals.lww.com

    … Taken together, psyllium is the only fiber supplement that provides 5 of the major health … Psyllium husk is predominantly a soluble fiber, composed primarily of arabinose and xylose …

    202147 citations
  • The Benefits Of Psyllium Husk, And How To Use It

    J Braid - drjess.co.uk

    … is now backing up the effectiveness of psyllium husk. … Discuss taking psyllium husk with your healthcare practitioner, if you … You can take it as a supplement from companies like cytoplan …

Data sourced from the U.S. National Institutes of Health, Office of Dietary Supplements Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) · Label entered 2016-02-23. DSLD Label ID: 56806. 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.