psyllium and Reduced Body Weight

Doses used in studies

g/day: 10.8 (median 10.8, IQR 10.8–10.8) — 1 study

Time to effect

Median: 4.8 months · IQR 4.8 months–4.8 months · Range 4.8 months–4.8 months — Reported in 1 of 1 study

1 of 1 paper

Psyllium is a natural nonfermented gel-forming fiber that is effective for weight loss: A comprehensive review and meta-analysis.

2023-05-10
Meta-Analysis · n = 354
Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners 35(8)
- Roger D Gibb
- Kyle J Sloan
- Johnson W McRorie

PubMed: 37163454
DOI: 10.1097/jxx.0000000000000882

3 Insights on

Reduced Body Weight

High evidence
Clinical

The meta-analysis showed that psyllium, dosed just before meals (mean dose 10.8 g/day, mean duration 4.8 months), was effective for decreasing body weight (MD = -2.1 kg [95% confidence interval [CI]: -2.6 to -1.6]; p < .001)

Effect: Beneficial
Effect size: Moderate
Significant: Yes
Dose: mean dose 10.8 g/day