{"product_id":"mad-barn-psyllium","title":"Mad Barn Psyllium","description":"\u003cp\u003ePsyllium 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports normal intestinal motility and manure consistency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplies fermentable fiber to support hindgut function and microbial diversity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides functional \u0026amp; soluble fibers suitable for metabolic horses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports digestive health in horses exposed to sandy or stressful conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"data item content\" id=\"description\" data-role=\"content\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-label-description\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product attribute description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"value\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-boxy\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-boxy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePsyllium husk powder\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003ePlantago ovata\u003c\/em\u003e) is a natural source of gel-forming soluble fiber that absorbs water in the digestive tract to create a soft, hydrated bulk. This helps support normal intestinal motility and manure consistency while promoting comfortable passage of digesta through the large intestine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike most fiber sources, psyllium is largely undigested by the horse but can be \u003cstrong\u003epartially utilized by hindgut microbes\u003c\/strong\u003e, supporting microbial activity and diversity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResearch also suggests psyllium may influence hindgut fermentation patterns, which is one reason it’s often included in digestive programs when horses are experiencing dietary changes, environmental stress, or inconsistent manure quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHorse owners commonly use psyllium as part of routine digestive management in \u003cstrong\u003esandy environments\u003c\/strong\u003e where incidental sand intake is a concern. It is also used as a \u003cstrong\u003elow-sugar, low-starch fiber option\u003c\/strong\u003e suitable for horses requiring careful metabolic diet control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"blue\"\u003eWhy Use Psyllium?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigestive Regularity\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports normal intestinal motility and manure consistency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps maintain comfortable passage of digesta through the gastrointestinal tract\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHindgut Support\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides soluble fiber that supports hindgut microbial activity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContributes to normal hindgut function as part of a balanced diet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntestinal Hydration\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbsorbs and retains water within the digestive tract\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports normal hydration of intestinal contents, particularly during stress or travel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSand \u0026amp; Environmental Exposure\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommonly used in horses exposed to sandy soils or dry conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports digestive health as part of routine management when environmental exposure is a concern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetabolic-Friendly Fiber\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow in sugar and starch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for horses requiring careful dietary management\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. 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