Calories in Isabgol (Psyllium Husk)

Isabgol (Psyllium Husk) has about 34 calories per 1 tbsp (10 g), with 0 g protein, 8.9 g carbs and 0 g fat. Per 100 g it has 335 kcal.

High fibreMostly carbsGood iron source
34kcal
Calories · 1 tbsp (10 g)
0g
Protein · 1 tbsp (10 g)
8.9g
Carbs · 1 tbsp (10 g)
0g
Fat · 1 tbsp (10 g)
Carbs 100%Protein 0%Fat 0%share of calories

Isabgol (Psyllium Husk) calories by serving size

ServingCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
1 tbsp (10 g)34 kcal0 g8.9 g0 g
1 tsp (5 g)17 kcal0 g4.4 g0 g
100 g335 kcal0 g88.9 g0 g

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Isabgol (Psyllium Husk) nutrition facts

NutrientPer 100 gPer 1 tbsp (10 g)
Calories335 kcal34 kcal
Protein0 g0 g
Carbohydrates88.9 g8.9 g
Fat0 g0 g
Fibre71.9 g7.2 g
Sugar0 g0 g
Sodium0 mg0 mg
Calcium20 mg2 mg
Iron4 mg0.4 mg
Potassium40 mg4 mg
Vitamin C0 mg0 mg

Source: USDA FoodData Central. Values are for the ready-to-eat form unless the name says raw or dry, and vary with recipe, oil and portion.

Coach's take: is Isabgol (Psyllium Husk) healthy?

  • ●Isabgol (Psyllium Husk) is calorie-dense, so portions add up fast at 335 kcal per 100 g. About 100% of its calories come from carbs, 0% from protein and 0% from fat.
  • ●On a fat-loss diet, measure your portion. 1 tbsp (10 g) already adds 34 kcal, and it's easy to eat more than you meant to.
  • ●It's low in protein (0 g in 1 tbsp (10 g)), so if you're building muscle, pair it with dal, paneer, curd, eggs or chicken.
  • ●It's high in fibre (71.9 g per 100 g), which helps digestion, fullness and steadier blood sugar.

To burn it off: 1 tbsp (10 g) (34 kcal) takes about 7 min of brisk walking or 3 min of running for a 70 kg adult.

Isabgol (Psyllium Husk): frequently asked questions

How many calories are in one serving of Isabgol (Psyllium Husk)?

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One serving of Isabgol (Psyllium Husk), 1 tbsp (10 g), has roughly 34 calories, with 0 g protein, 8.9 g carbohydrates, 0 g fat and 7.2 g fibre.

How many calories are in 100 g of Isabgol (Psyllium Husk)?

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100 g of Isabgol (Psyllium Husk) has 335 kcal, with 0 g protein, 88.9 g carbs, 0 g fat, 71.9 g fibre and 0 g sugar.

How much protein is in Isabgol (Psyllium Husk)?

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Isabgol (Psyllium Husk) has 0 g protein per 100 g (0 g in 1 tbsp (10 g)). Protein provides about 0% of its calories.

Is Isabgol (Psyllium Husk) good for weight loss?

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Only in measured portions. At 335 kcal per 100 g it is calorie-dense, so portions add up fast. 1 tbsp (10 g) adds 34 kcal, so count it within your daily target.

How long does it take to burn off one serving of Isabgol (Psyllium Husk)?

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Burning roughly 34 kcal takes about 7 minutes of brisk walking or 3 minutes of running for a 70 kg adult. It takes longer if you're lighter and less time if you're heavier.

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