Discover plantain psyllium: Secret superfood for better digestion

Flaxseed is one of the most popular and healthiest herbal remedies. You can buy it in any supermarket or store; a package costs no more than CAD 1.

Common flax seeds are used in herbal medicine and for treating stomach issues. To relieve stomach pain or bloating, add them to water or yoghurt. Few people know that fields throughout Poland grow a plant with even more potent effects.

Plantain psyllium is an annual plant species from the plantain family. It reaches up to 40 centimetres in height. You can find it in fields, meadows, or around local lawns. You can also buy it in herbal shops or pharmacies.

Many valuable nutrients, such as linoleic acid, vitamin C, calcium, magnesium, potassium, and phosphorus, are found in its small, oval seeds. Due to their high fibre content, plantain psyllium seeds are recommended for people suffering from constipation, diarrhoea, irritable bowel syndrome, or haemorrhoids. The plant's seeds also provide a large amount of dietary fibre.

This is just one of the advantages of plantain psyllium. The linoleic acid contained in the seeds provides the body with omega-6 fatty acids, which support the proper functioning of the immune and nervous systems. Phenolic compounds protect against excessive free radicals in the body. For this reason, the seeds are considered a dietary supplement.

Plantain psyllium is a faithful ally in the weight loss process. Just one tablespoon of seeds will eliminate bloating and ensure a feeling of fullness for long hours. People suffering from diabetes or insulin resistance will also benefit, as the plant helps maintain proper blood sugar levels.

How to incorporate the plant into your daily diet? One tablespoon of ground seeds should be poured with boiling water and left for 10-15 minutes. When the infusion cools, you can drink it. You can also add them directly to yoghurt or a smoothie. Remember, however, to wait a quarter of an hour before consumption so the seeds can soften.