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Evidence-Based Supplement Research

Evidence-Based Supplement Research

psyllium and Reduced Waist Circumference

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 2 studies

Safety in these studies

Overall tolerabilityReported
no gastrointestinal, psychiatric, or medical adverse events were observed
from: A pilot feasibility study of nurse-led psyllium supplementation for metabolic health in ho

2 of 2 papersPopulation:

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 Waist Circumference
- 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 ... waist circumference (MD = -2.2 cm [95% CI: -2.9 to -1.4]; p < .001)
Effect
Beneficial
Effect size
Small
Significant
Yes
Dose
mean dose 10.8 g/day
A pilot feasibility study of nurse-led psyllium supplementation for metabolic health in hospitalized patients with schizophrenia.
- 2026-04
- Clinical Trial
- Archives of psychiatric nursing 61
- - Ru-Shin Jang
  - Chin-Chou Yang
  - Wen-Jiuan Yen
  - Mei-Ling Lin
- PubMed: 41956574
- DOI: 10.1016/j.apnu.2026.152072
3 Insights on
- Reduced Waist Circumference
- Moderate evidence
Exploratory analyses indicated attenuation of early triglyceride increases and modest stabilization of central adiposity and glycemic indicators during the intervention period.
Effect
Neutral
Effect size
Small
Significant
No