Psyllium husk supplementation can lead to bloating and increased gas production, especially when starting use. This is due to fermentation by gut bacteria.
Increased gas production in the digestive tract and abdominal bloating characterized by a feeling of fullness, tightness, or swelling in the abdomen. This may be accompanied by discomfort or pain. The side effect arises from the fermentation of psyllium husk by gut bacteria, particularly upon initial exposure or with rapid increases in dosage.
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