Wheat Bran
What is Wheat Bran?
Wheat bran is the tough, outer layer of the wheat kernel, which is separated from the inner part (endosperm) during the milling process to produce white flour. It is a natural byproduct of wheat processing and is rich in dietary fiber.
Is Wheat Bran vegan?
Wheat Bran is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Wheat Bran gluten-free?
It contains gluten.
Is Wheat Bran a major allergen?
Wheat bran is derived from wheat, which is one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA.
What is Wheat Bran used for?
Manufacturers add wheat bran to foods primarily to boost their fiber content and enhance texture.
Is Wheat Bran safe?
Wheat bran is a whole food component and is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when consumed as part of a normal diet.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add wheat bran to foods primarily to boost their fiber content and enhance texture. It is commonly used in breakfast cereals, whole-grain breads, muffins, and other baked goods to improve nutritional value and provide a hearty mouthfeel.
Health notes
Wheat bran is a whole food component and is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when consumed as part of a normal diet. Its high dietary fiber content is known to support digestive health and regularity. JECFA and EFSA typically evaluate food additives, not whole food components like wheat bran, and thus have not set specific limits for it. There are no notable controversies regarding its safety at typical intake levels.
Allergen info
Wheat bran is derived from wheat, which is one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA. It contains gluten.
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