Greetings, A recent frequently asked question is: Is it suitable for us(coeliac's) to use Ispaghol?
The Wikipedia definition states: Psyllium seed husks also known as ispaghula, isabgol, or psylium, are portions of seeds of the plant Plantago ovata. Same kind of definition is written on a locally packed Ispaghol selling brand. Traditionally, Ispaghol is used for constipation and as a source of fiber.
Pure Ispaghol( psyllium husk) is gluten free and celiac disease patients can use it. I also checked with the Coeliac UK online food directory and it states a branded "pure psyllium husk" as "suitable". The important thing is, it is to be pure. Another question was asked about Benefiber’s use as it is made from wheat and is labeled gluten free! Its answer is available online and quoting here, it is stated in two different places on their website as:” Benefiber contains wheat dextrin, a natural soluble fiber”. And “Benefiber Powder, which contains less than 20 ppm of gluten and is therefore considered "gluten-free," based on both the FDA and the Codex Alimentarius Commission's proposed definition of less than 20 ppm. However, people who experience gluten intolerance should not consume any products, including Benefiber, that contain any level of gluten unless otherwise directed by their doctor.”
Sources:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Psyllium_seed_husks
1 comments:
i read at celiac.com.pk that celiac's cant use soji?? any one tell me is it made by wheat?? i think its a product of makai..
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