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Scope
Supplement × Supplement
Last verified
June 4, 2026
CautionInsufficient evidence
What is happening. Both are gel-forming fibers and can worsen bloating, constipation, or swallowing risk if fluid is inadequate.
Mechanism. Additive viscosity and water-holding effects.
Recommendation. Use with plenty of water and avoid high-dose stacking in obstruction risk.
Stack Score
How it moves the number.
Effect on the composite score
If both Marshmallow Root and Psyllium Husk are in the same stack, this pair applies −5 to your Stack Score (per scored caution row).
The full algorithm, the clamping rules, and four worked stacks are at /methodology/stack-score.
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Reference material
1- 1Deters AM et al. Althaea polysaccharides. Planta Medica. 2010.Needs sourceNo link