The soluble portion of Psyllium has been shown to improve blood glucose regulation in both insulin-dependent and
non-insulin dependent diabetic patients. 16,17,18 Soluble fiber is known to slow the absorption of simple sugars
(monosaccharides) from the intestinal tract, helping to prevent a hyperglycemic response following a meal
containing carbohydrate foods. Challenge studies have shown that Psyllium supplementation can significantly lower
the glycemic response to a carbohydrate test meal in these patients, producing lower, more controlled blood
glucose levels, postprandially. 12