BIO Psyllium seeds

Black psyllium seeds are an important source of essential fibre, vegetable oils and other valuable substances in their most natural form. They are an ideal ingredient for morning smoothies, porridge, muesli and yoghurt. They can also be used in baking sweet and savoury pastries.

A naturally gluten-free superfood.

History

First mentions in the ancient Ayurvedic books of the Vedas

Black Psyllium or Indian plantain is a historically important plant. The name already implies that the home of Indian plantain is far away India. Mention of the beneficial effects of this plant is recorded in the ancient Ayurvedic books of the Vedas, which were written 5,000 years ago. Ayurveda, also known as the „mother of medicine“, is considered one of the oldest Indian medical systems and is still the basis for Indian physicians today. In India, psyllium seeds are considered one of the staple ingredients and can be found in almost every Indian household.

Origin and cultivation

The fruit are seed-bearing capsules

The country of origin is India, which provides the psyllium with ideal conditions for its growth. This annual, sometimes short-lived, plant grows to a maximum height of 15 centimetres. At first glance, its lanceolate leaves are arranged in a ground rosette. The fruit are the capsules that hold the yellow-brown seeds.

Composition and properties

Seeds in their natural form

Harvested black psyllium seeds are composed of two parts. The darker central part and the lighter enveloping part called the pericarp. Psyllium is generally known primarily in the form of a loose, light-coloured powder. This powder is made only from the enveloping parts of the individual seeds. Our product are whole seeds in their natural form. Whole seeds are important source of essential fibre, vegetable oils and other valuable substances in their most natural form. The seeds themselves are also composed of soluble fibre, which gives the seeds their so-called swelling features. Thus, psyllium seeds can bind a large amount of fluid and increase their volume significantly. The swollen seeds form a thick characteristic gel.

Directions

Ingredient for breakfasts, snacks, also suitable for thickening soups

Black psyllium seeds are ideal ingredient for morning smoothies, porridge, muesli and yoghurt. Based on their swelling properties, they can also be used to thicken various soups. They can also be used in baking sweet and savoury pastries. You can use the seeds whole or blended.

Recommended dosage

One part of Psyllium can be left to swell for 20–30 minutes in 3 parts of clean water and then consumed.

In conclusion

• 100% natural product
• Product of organic farming
• Suitable for vegans
• Without salt
• High in fibre
• Source of unsaturated fatty acids

Country of origin

India