6. Your Bowels Move Like Clockwork
Another reason that fiber is so important in your diet is that it can prevent constipation. In this case, we can credit the insoluble oat bran, which is the outer layer of the grain. Oat bran adds bulk to your stool and retains just enough water to make it easy to pass.
Dietary methods of bowel regulation are always better than harsh medications, which come with their own side effects. However, if you are just beginning to add oat bran to your diet, it’s best to increase the amount gradually. It takes the body a little while to adjust to it, and too much at once is likely to cause the constipation you’re trying to fix.