How to be a better mover.

If you have ever found that your "movements" aren't as smooth as you would like I have a suggestion for you. Psyllium Husk. Psyllium Husk also known as Isphagula is the covering of seeds grown on the plant, Plantago Psyllium. Mostly found in the Middle East, when it is ingested, psyllium husk absorbs water  throughout the digestive track without itself being digested creating bulkier but softer stool. While traveling through the digestive track it continues to expand and scrape the intestinal walls clean of waste products. When used daily, it can greatly reduce intestinal problems like IBS (irritable bowel syndrome), constipation, and diarrhea. It has also been know to aid in the treatment of colon cancer, ulcerative colitis and atherosclerosis and many other health conditions. Aside from the benefits psyllium husk provides for digestion, It is also an incredible source of fiber. Wisegeek.com posted that Oat Bran, a great source of fiber, has 5 grams of fiber per 1/3rd a cup and psyllium husk in the same 1/3rd cup, contains 71 grams of fiber. It is also beneficial for lowering blood cholesterol and when taken regularly lowers low density lipoproteins aka, bad cholesterol.  It can also be a useful weight loss supplement. If taken 30 min before eating, it will have time to expand giving your stomach a full feeling making you want less food.

Psyllium husk should be taken with a lot of water. The most effective way is to drink a glass of water then mix psyllium husk in a glass of warm water until it has a cream of wheat texture then drink. Be careful not to take too much when starting out. I recommend  half a tablespoon twice a day and then increase the dose once your body has gotten used to it. Taking to much to fast can result in bloating or gas. Also, check with your doctor to make sure that you are not allergic to psyllium husk. Some have been known to go into anaphylactic shock when using it. If you have texture issues like me, drinking psyllium husk in warm water may be unbearable. Another way to take it is to put the psyllium husk in your mouth using a spoon but  DO NOT SWALLOW. Then drink it down with warm water. Its very important that you do not swallow psyllium husk alone. Once it mixes with water it will start to expand and if you try to swallow it dry it can cause choking. Psyllium husk is most effective when you consistently drink water all day; so be sure to stay hydrated. Without enough water it can cause blockages in the intestines.

When purchasing psyllium husk, make sure to buy whole psyllium husk. This can be found in a health food store like Westerly or Whole Foods. Regular groceries may carry it but chances are their brand is ground up into a fine powder and has added flavors or other additives that will introduce unwanted toxins into the body. I have been using psyllium husk for a few weeks now and have never been a better mover.