Is it safe to take psyllium husk during pregnancy?

Question

I sometimes take psyllium husk for digestion. Now that I'm pregnant, I'm wondering if it's safe to continue taking it. Can I safely use psyllium husk during pregnancy?

Shreya Khanna · Answer

Honestly, constpation in this 3rd trimester is making me so tired, literally feels like I am carrying a mountain. My gynac said psyllium husk is totally fine but to drink lots of water with it otherwise it backfires. Trust me, do not forget the water part, learned it the hard way!

Kadambari Radhakrishnan · Answer

Yeah, it is generally considered safe. Just double check with your gynac once before starting.

Lavanya Walia · Answer

Beta, humare yahan toh isabgol sabse safe mante hain pregnancy mein. Doodh ya garm paani ke sath thoda sa le sakte ho kabz ke liye. Par doctor se ek baar pooch zaroor lena, unka bolna sabse upar hai.

Urvashi Goud · Answer

Oh god, when I had severe morning sickness I couldn't eat anything, which led to terrible constipation. My doctor suggested psyllium husk with warm water and it was a lifesaver. Try taking it in small amounts first so you don't feel too bloated.

Darshanee Joshi · Answer

I recently delivered my baby and throughout my pregnancy, I had terrible constipation. My gynac told me to take a spoon of psyllium husk at night. It actually saved me from so much pain, just make sure to keep yourself hydrated.

Alka Kulkarni · Answer

I used to have it when my doctor suggested it for gut health, along with my regular 30 min morning walks. I only did yoga and walks after my gynac gave a green light, and isabgol really helped with the digestion side.