Moreover , there was nonlinear association between duration of psyllium consumption , BMI and WC .
Conclusion : Psyllium supplementation does not reduce body weight , BMI , and WC significantly
Abstract Background : Previous studies reported inconsistent findings regarding the effects of psyllium supplementation on  obesity measures .
This systematic review and meta- analysis was performed to summarize data from available r and omized clinical trials ( RCTs ) on the effect of psyllium supplementation on  body weight , body mass index ( BMI ) , and waist circumference ( WC ) in adults .
Using cereal to increase dietary fiber intake to the recommended level and the effect of fiber on bowel function in healthy persons consuming North American diets.
BACKGROUND Dietary fiber intake remains low despite increasing evidence for its health benefits , including laxation . OBJECTIVE We aim ed to assess the effects of increasing fiber intake on bowel habits and gastrointestinal tolerance in healthy persons consuming a typical Canadian or US diet . DESIGN Under a r and omized crossover design , 23 free-living participants consumed a typical Canadian or US diet ( 35 % fat , 12 g fiber/d ) and received 25.0 - 28.7 g fiber/d from each of 5 breakfast cereals : All-Bran ( AB ) , Bran Buds with Corn ( BBC ) , Bran Buds with Psyllium ( BBP ) , BBC with viscous fiber blend ( VFB ) , or a low-fiber control for 3 wk , with each study arm separated by a washout of > /=1 wk . Seven-day stool collection s and a symptom diary were obtained during the last week of each study arm . RESULTS All study cereals induced significant ( P < 0.05 ) increases in fecal bulk from the control diet at 128 + /- 38 g to 199 + /- 56 , 199 + /- 57 , 247 + /- 87 , and 197 + /- 63 g with consumption of AB , BBC , BBP , and VFB , respectively ; less intestinal transit time ; and significantly ( P < 0.05 ) greater bowel movement frequency . Despite the increased activity of the bowel , a positive level of comfort was maintained . BBP was more effective than other cereals in terms of increasing fecal wet weight ( P < 0.05 ) . CONCLUSION Water-insoluble dietary fibers ( ie , AB and BBC ) and their mixtures with water-soluble fibers ( ie , BBP and VFB ) in the form of breakfast cereals ( 2.5 servings/d ) proved to be a practical way of increasing fiber intake to recommended levels , while maintaining a good level of tolerance
Moreover , there was nonlinear association between duration of psyllium consumption , BMI and WC .
Conclusion : Psyllium supplementation does not reduce body weight , BMI , and WC significantly
Abstract Background : Previous studies reported inconsistent findings regarding the effects of psyllium supplementation on  obesity measures .
This systematic review and meta- analysis was performed to summarize data from available r and omized clinical trials ( RCTs ) on the effect of psyllium supplementation on  body weight , body mass index ( BMI ) , and waist circumference ( WC ) in adults .