Answer» Correct Answer - Option 1 : Plantago ovata
The correct answer is Plantago ovata. - Isabgol that is used in stomach disorders is obtained from Plantago ovata.
- Plantago ovata, known by many common names including blond plantain, desert Indian wheat, blond psyllium, and isabgol, is a medicinal plant native to the Mediterranean region and naturalized in central, eastern, and south Asia and North America.
- It is a common source of psyllium, a type of dietary fibre.
- Isabgol is also known as psyllium husk is a dietary fibre that helps to increase stool and promote laxation.
- It is one of the most commonly used home remedies for constipation.
- Isabgol is good for weight loss as it gives a feeling of fullness and helps prevent overeating.
- It is also good for diabetic patients as it helps to manage blood glucose levels.
- Isabgol consumption is good for piles as it makes the stool bulky and prevents constipation.
- It also reduces the inflammation in piles due to its anti-inflammatory property.
- Synonyms of Isabgol-Plantago ovata, Ispagul, Isabgul, Bartang, Isabagolu, Umto, Urthamujirum, Ghora jeeru, Ishakol, Ishapupukol, Ispagola vittulu, Ispagala, Isphagula, Eshopgol, Psyllium, Blond psyllium, Bazrequatuna, Bazrekatima, Isphaghol, Isparjah, Ispoghul, Aspsgol, Isparzah
- Source of Isabgol-Plant-Based.
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