Question 1

can consuming bran cereal reduce constipation?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Any fiber source can help constipation proivided you are drinking adequate fluids with it. If you are lacking in fluids and overdose on fiber it can make the constipation worse. Fiber is important but too much of a good thing is not always better.

Question 2

please tell me will mixing raisin bran with butter milk be effective for constipation?

Accepted Answer

Bran: Bran is a source of fiber. Ensure that you hydrate well.

Question 3

are frosted mini wheats and raisin bran healthy cold cereals i know oatmeal is best but it seems to cause digestion problems with my system?

Accepted Answer

Both are OK: Many people do not tolerate oatmeal due to the excessive gas forming properties that the psyllium in it has.

Question 4

if i tested positive to bran, gluten and wheat on the comprehensive food panel test, does that mean that i need to avoid rice, wheat and oat bran?

Accepted Answer

Bran, gluten, wheat: You should avoid those foods if you tested positive for celiac disease otherwise you may eat these foods.

Question 5

i eat a high fiber diet (a lot of all bran, whole wheat and veg/fruit). is it potentially harmful to eat too much and should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

High Fiber Diet : Will most likely not encounter any problems. Make sure your bowel movements are regularl & normal. Try to eat a varied diet so your body is exposed to all sorts of vitamins, minerals, proteins & other important nutrients. A high fiber diet may lead to colonic hypertrophy which is associated with sigmoid volvulus. This is rare & usually not seen with with the type of fibers mentioned in question.

Question 6

i take oats with nuts & multi grain porridge for 2 out of 4 meals.can i add these for more nutrition- sprouted flax & chia seeds,oat bran,wheat germ?

Accepted Answer

Keep it up: The options you suggest are healthy ones.  You should eat according to your taste with an emphasis on vegetables, fruits, whole grains and a healthy source of lean protein.  The key is to limit processed foods and sugar as much as possible.  You are making healthy choices.  Keep it up.

Question 7

hi. my 10 month old is having severe constipation for over 2 weeks. can i give her all bran buds, which contain psyllium fiber, to her? thank you

Accepted Answer

Constipation infant: Would try  prune juice first.usually consitpation is   insufficient fluids, so increasing fluids  can help. Fluids should be a mix of water and electrolytes not just water) pedilyte, juices as pure water dilutes sodium. Try infant barley cereal which has more fiber. f/u/w/doc

http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/infant-and-toddler-health/expert-answers/infant-constipation/faq-20058519

Question 8

often have constipation. took colace and raisin bran. last 2 bm's have been round like a large ping pong ball. colonoscopy in aug. was fine. cause?

Accepted Answer

?Dehydration: You may need to increase your intake of fiber and water. You may take a fiber laxative like Metamucil and drink enough water daily so that your urine is colorless. For the long term you may try to increase your intake of fiber foods. Consult this site for fiber foods.
http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/high-fiber-foods/art-20050948

Question 9

i consume a lot of wheat bran due to digestive issues. i read that it contains phytates that hinder absorption of some nutrients. is it safe to continue eating soaked wheat bran daily or am i causing potential anemia? i take multivitamins.
thank you.

Accepted Answer

Bran: Anything in excess is bad. Try to balance your meals and condition.  You can also keep a food diary and evaluate your symptoms. This may help you titrate how much you can eat.

Question 10

should i eat wheat and oat bran if i have iron-deficiency anemia?

Accepted Answer

Not for  anemia: Bleeding from an ulcer or GI malignancy  needs to be excluded.  Iron deficiency in a  male might indicated some kind of malabsorption . If  due to celiac disease  wheat and oat bran need to be excluded.  Another possibility is poor stomach acid from taking acid blocker medications. Smokers can develop iron deficiency anemia from exposure to cadmium.  Find the cause  of the iron deficiency.

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Can consuming bran cereal reduce constipation?

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Please tell me will mixing raisin bran with butter milk be effective for constipation?

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Are frosted mini wheats and raisin bran healthy cold cereals i know oatmeal is best but it seems to cause digestion problems with my system?

A member asked:

If i tested positive to bran, gluten and wheat on the comprehensive food panel test, does that mean that i need to avoid rice, wheat and oat bran?

A member asked:

I eat a high fiber diet (a lot of all bran, whole wheat and veg/fruit). is it potentially harmful to eat too much and should i be worried?

A member asked:

I take oats with nuts & multi grain porridge for 2 out of 4 meals.can i add these for more nutrition- sprouted flax & chia seeds,oat bran,wheat germ?

A member asked:

Hi. my 10 month old is having severe constipation for over 2 weeks. can i give her all bran buds, which contain psyllium fiber, to her? thank you

A member asked:

Often have constipation. took colace and raisin bran. last 2 bm's have been round like a large ping pong ball. colonoscopy in aug. was fine. cause?

A member asked:

I consume a lot of wheat bran due to digestive issues. i read that it contains phytates that hinder absorption of some nutrients. is it safe to continue eating soaked wheat bran daily or am i causing potential anemia? i take multivitamins. thank you.

A member asked:

Should i eat wheat and oat bran if i have iron-deficiency anemia?

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