Blonde psyllium (Plantago ovata) is a plant native to India, used for millennia in Ayurveda for digestive comfort. It’s the husks (seed coats) that concentrate the actives: mucilages that can absorb up to 50 times their weight in water. On contact with water, psyllium forms a mucilaginous gel rich in soluble (35%) and insoluble (65%) fibre that helps regulate transit by increasing the bulk of the food bolus and easing its progress through the intestine, supports satiety as the gastric gel naturally reduces appetite (a useful ally for weight management), feeds the gut microbiota as soluble fibre acts as a prebiotic for beneficial colon bacteria, and helps trap a portion of dietary fat. Blonde psyllium is recognised by EFSA (European Food Safety Authority) for its role in maintaining normal bowel function.

This product is 100% organic blonde psyllium husk (Plantago ovata) — pure, no additives — sourced from India, the traditional psyllium-growing region, and certified organic (no pesticides, no GMOs). With 81g of fibre per 100g, it’s one of the most concentrated fibre sources available; the 600g format covers 3 to 4 months of use at 6g/day, and it’s very low in calories (203 kcal/100g, virtually zero sugar at 0.1g). Ethnoscience (Ecoidées) is a French brand specialising in organic, fair-trade superfoods.

Dose: 1 tablespoon (6g) in a large glass of water (at least 250ml) with meals. Stir vigorously and drink immediately before the gel forms — always drink plenty of water with psyllium. Other uses: as a natural gluten-free binder in baking, breads and flatbreads (replacing eggs); add 1 teaspoon to a smoothie to thicken it; or as a base ingredient for keto bread and recipes. The 600g bag covers around 100 days at 6g a day.

Always take with a large glass of water. Not recommended in cases of intestinal obstruction or digestive tract stricture. Take at least 2 hours apart from any medication, as psyllium may reduce its absorption. Start with small doses and increase gradually.

Food supplement. Not a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Keep out of reach of children.

Does psyllium help with weight loss?

Psyllium is not a fat burner. However, its mucilaginous gel increases satiety and mechanically reduces appetite, which naturally helps eat less — a useful ally as part of a weight management programme.

Is psyllium gluten-free?

Yes, psyllium is naturally gluten-free. It’s widely used in gluten-free baking as a binder to replace gluten in bread dough.

Herba Barona is an independent specialist supplement shop in the heart of Paris — established in 2006. What you order is genuinely on our shelves: we ship from our own stock, with no dropshipping and no long waits.

Visit us at 10 rue Théophile Roussel, Paris 12 — or use Click & Collect and pick up your order in-store. We also deliver across France and Europe. Friendly, expert advice in English from our team.

Where is the shop?

Herba Barona is at 10 rue Théophile Roussel, 75012 Paris — a two-minute walk from Ledru-Rollin (line 8), close to Bastille. Open Tuesday to Saturday, 9:30 am–6:30 pm.

Can I order online or collect in store?

Yes. We ship across France and Europe under the same conditions as our French store, or choose Click & Collect to pick up your order for free at our Paris shop.