Psyllium and Cholesterol Evidence Table

Structured evidence table for Psyllium and Cholesterol, generated from 2 reusable source documents in the Migaku knowledge base.

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Psyllium and CholesterolHypertension and hyperlipidemia are key contributors and potential risk factors for cardiovascular disease [].1Gholami Zeinab (2025)Psyllium supplementation and lipid profiles: systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Psyllium and CholesterolElevated concentrations of total cholesterol, LDL-C, and TG, along with low HDL-C levels, are associated with increased CHD risk in women [,].1Gholami Zeinab (2025)Psyllium supplementation and lipid profiles: systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Psyllium and CholesterolEvidence suggests that both dietary soluble fiber and purified viscous soluble fiber intake are associated with lower serum cholesterol levels [].1Gholami Zeinab (2025)Psyllium supplementation and lipid profiles: systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Psyllium and Cholesterol1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 16 17 18 9 11 20 1 5 23 24 25 6 Traditionally, lipid profiles were determined by analyzing blood samples after fasting for 8 to 12 h.1Gholami Zeinab (2025)Psyllium supplementation and lipid profiles: systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Psyllium and CholesterolFurthermore, psyllium has been associated with lower creatinine and uric acid levels, as well as a reduced risk of carcinogenesis.4Sanlier N (2026)From Husks and Seeds to Health: an Inevitable Outcome Rather than a Fluke.
Psyllium and CholesterolPurpose of review This review was conducted to examine the promising health benefits of psyllium, its therapeutic potential in relation to various chronic diseases, its mechanisms, and its possible side effects or toxicity; to explore its applications in food systems; to identify the positive and negative effects of its consumption; and to provide perspectives for future research and development efforts for psyllium.4Sanlier N (2026)From Husks and Seeds to Health: an Inevitable Outcome Rather than a Fluke.
Psyllium and CholesterolRecent findings Psyllium, also known as ispaghula, is a dietary fiber obtained from the shells of Plantago ovata seeds.4Sanlier N (2026)From Husks and Seeds to Health: an Inevitable Outcome Rather than a Fluke.

Source documents

  1. Psyllium supplementation and lipid profiles: systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
  2. From Husks and Seeds to Health: an Inevitable Outcome Rather than a Fluke.