Abstract
ABSTRACTSource and particle size of fiber were compared as laxative and hypocholesteremic agents in rats. Particle size of wheat bran and cellulose had no effect on fecal mass, moisture or dry matter. However, the cellulose with the larger particle size decreased intestinal transit time. Fibers which were extensively fermented by gut microflora increased fecal moisture and decreased intestinal transit time. No fiber decreased serum cholesterol compared to a fiber‐free group. However, serum cholesterol was increased in rats fed 16 and 30 mesh wheat bran. This study indicates that each fiber source has a highly individualized effect on laxation but little effect on serum cholesterol in rats.
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