Key Takeaways

Psyllium husk powder is a fiber supplement that can help keep bowel movements regular and control blood sugar and cholesterol.

The supplement can be taken daily, but it might not be necessary if you're already getting enough fiber in your diet.

Check with your healthcare provider to see if taking psyllium husk powder is helpful for your needs.

Psyllium husk can be taken every day, but you might not need to. Fiber supplements can be excessive, especially if you’re getting fiber from your diet already. And if you have certain medical conditions, overdoing it with psyllium husk can actually be dangerous.

Since psyllium husk offers soluble fiber , it works in your gut to help keep stool soft and moving along, which can ease constipation. But you have to make sure you’re

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