This section covers digestion and the organs that filter the body. It is split into Probiotics and Digestion, Colon Cleanse and Detox, Liver Health, and Kidney and Bladder.We check strain names and CFU counts for probiotics, laxative content in cleanses, and herb doses in liver and kidney formulas. Every review also covers evidence quality, side effects and refund terms.Your liver and kidneys already do the work of detox. Ask your doctor before use if you have liver or kidney disease, take medication, or are pregnant.When are digestive symptoms a reason to see a doctor?See a doctor for blood in your stool, black stools, unexplained weight loss, trouble swallowing, or ongoing belly pain. Changes in bowel habits that last more than a few weeks also need a checkup. These can be signs of conditions that supplements cannot treat. For mild, short term symptoms, simple diet changes are a reasonable first step.Source: Digestive Diseases, MedlinePlus
Psyllium husk is a soluble fiber from Plantago ovata seeds. Its best evidence is for constipation and for lowering LDL cholesterol, by about 13 mg/dL in 28 trials at around 10 grams a day. Effects on IBS, blood sugar and blood pressure are smaller or less certain. Take each dose with at least 8 ounces of liquid, and ask your doctor first if you take daily medicine.
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