MadBarn Psyllium Husk 1KG

Psyllium husk powder is a plant-derived soluble fiber used to support digestive regularity and gut health in horses. It absorbs water as it moves through the digestive tract, helping support normal motility and manure consistency, which is beneficial for horses exposed to sand, dietary changes, or environmental stress.

• Supports normal intestinal motility and manure consistency
• Supplies fermentable fiber to support hindgut function and microbial diversity
• Provides functional & soluble fibers suitable for metabolic horses
• Supports digestive health in horses exposed to sandy or stressful conditions

Psyllium is derived from the husk of Plantago ovata seeds, a plant traditionally cultivated in parts of Asia and the Mediterranean. The husk is rich in soluble fiber and mucilage, a gel-forming polysaccharide that expands when hydrated. These properties make psyllium a functional dietary fiber used to support normal digestive function in horses.

When consumed, psyllium absorbs and retains water within the gastrointestinal tract, forming a hydrated gel that contributes to normal intestinal transit and manure consistency. This water-holding capacity helps maintain hydration of intestinal contents, which may be particularly relevant during periods of travel, environmental stress, or dietary change.

Psyllium also provides fermentable fiber fractions that can serve as a substrate for beneficial microbes in the hindgut. Microbial fermentation of psyllium fiber contributes to the production of short-chain fatty acids, including butyrate and propionate, which are involved in supporting normal intestinal epithelial function and overall hindgut integrity.

Research in horses and other species further suggests that psyllium's viscous gel structure may slow the rate of carbohydrate digestion and absorption, contributing to more moderated post-meal glucose responses when used as part of a balanced diet.

Consult with nutritionist or veterinarian prior to use. Top dress once daily on feed or ration.