Is Wheat Bran the Same as Psyllium? Understanding the Key Differences
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While both are widely known fiber sources, a 2019 review published in the *Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners* found that psyllium was 3.4 times more effective than wheat bran for increasing stool output in patients with chronic idiopathic constipation. So, is wheat bran the same as psyllium? The answer is no; they are distinct fibers with different properties.
