Psyllium - the gentle ‘colon broom’ - cleans, soothes, and balances the gut, while also supporting heart health and nourishing the microbiome.

Please note this is a nutritional, functional horse food supplement and not veterinary medicine. See Dr Kellon's Horse Sense - Nutrition is not 'Alternative' Therapy .

🌿Dried herb

• Plantago ovata
• Dried husks
• Organically cultivated
• Origin France

Feed Guide

• 5g/100kg bodyweight per day, thus for an average 500kg horse add 25g daily to feed.
• 1-year shelf-life.
• Want a scoop? You can add a scoop to your basket during checkout.
• Supplied in a resealable, food-grade foil pouch for freshness.

NB. Our range of botanicals are all grown, harvested and dried without the use of agri-chemicals, non-irradiated and GMO free - see our Quality page for Quality Management & Certification Documents. Laboratory tested for identification and compliance to the British and European Pharmacopoeia standards, and human grade.

Please be aware that if you're purchasing our dried botanicals for human use, our dried range is cut to appropriate sizes for feeding to horses.

Recommended

• If your horse is experiencing loose droppings due to spring grass - and not connected with hindgut dysbiosis - feed every day for 2-weeks. Alternatively, have a look at our GutBitters blend, which provides digestive support during grass flushes.

Footnotes

• Human Grade.
• ♻️ Eco Note: Our packaging is recyclable and refillable.
• 🧊 Storage Tip: Keep cool and dry.

Safety

Psyllium is considered extremely safe. However, psyllium could delay the absorption of certain medications, therefore we suggest consulting your vet if your horse is on other medicines.

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Psyllium is affectionately known as the “colon broom” - and for good reason. Its husks are rich in both soluble and insoluble fibre, making it one of nature’s most effective and versatile gut balancers.

A fibre with two faces

What makes psyllium special is that it works in both directions:

• If things are moving too quickly, psyllium’s fibre absorbs excess water, firming up loose droppings and slowing intestinal transit.
• If things are sluggish, psyllium adds bulk and moisture, making stools softer, larger, and easier to pass.

In other words, whether it’s diarrhoea or constipation, psyllium gently restores balance.

Soothing the gut

When mixed with water, psyllium forms a thick, gel-like mass. This gel coats and soothes the digestive tract, easing irritation and inflammation. It slows down the passage of food, helping improve nutrient absorption and leaving you with a greater sense of fullness after eating.

Metabolic and heart support

Psyllium’s benefits extend beyond the gut:

• It can bind to cholesterol in the digestive tract, helping the body excrete it before it enters the bloodstream - supporting healthy cholesterol levels.
• It helps regulate blood sugar and triglycerides, making it a valuable ally for metabolic balance.

Feeding the microbiome

As a prebiotic, psyllium also nourishes the beneficial bacteria in the gut. These microbes play a vital role in digestion, immunity, and overall health, so keeping them happy is key.

With its unique ability to clean, calm, and nourish all at once, psyllium is a simple yet powerful way to keep the digestive system flowing smoothly and the whole body in balance.