I had been eating BRAN BUDS primarily for the good mix of fibers, but at the cost of a whopping 8 grams of sugar per 30 grams of cereal. Insoluble fiber increases fecal bulk by absorbing water, and reduces colon carcinogenesis by absorbing carcinogens. Wheat bran and psyllium are powerful complements. Psyllium, however, is the most effective of soluble fibers, and is the best to use for increasing stool bulk and preventing hemorrhoids. At nearly 4 calories per gram, oatmeal is very high in fat.
Psyllium has the highest level of soluble fiber known.
And I hope others find the lessons I have learned to be of personal value to them.