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psyllium

/ˈsɪl.i.əm/

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noun

C1formalcommonmedical/ˈsɪl.i.əm/

uncountable

A plantain of Mediterranean regions whose seeds swell and become gelatinous when moist and are used as a mild laxative.

  • 🇷🇺Подорожник средиземноморских регионов, чьи семена набухают и становятся желеобразными при увлажнении, используются как мягкое слабительное средство.
  1. Dietary fiber source B2 formal medical

    A plantain from Mediterranean regions whose seeds swell and become gelatinous when moist, commonly used as a mild laxative.

    • She takes psyllium husk every morning to improve digestion.
    • Psyllium is often added to cereals for extra fiber.
    • The doctor recommended psyllium for his constipation.

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