It has been shown to lower cholesterol levels in people with high cholesterol, so it is great for heart health.  And it has even lowered blood glucose levels in Type 2 Diabetics. It forms a gel with liquids that slows down glucose absorption in the digestive tract and so it improves blood sugar levels. Because of its high fiber content, Psyllium Husk Powder is the active ingredient in the laxative, Metamucil.  This is a food post, so I am not going to get into the health benefits of a fiber supplement.  Let’s just stick a pin in it and say that Psyllium Powder is often used to promote “regularity”.