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Wheat bran: its composition and benefits to health, a European perspective

2012; Taylor & Francis; Volume: 63; Issue: 8 Linguagem: Inglês

10.3109/09637486.2012.687366

1465-3478

L. Stevenson, Frankie Phillips, Kathryn O’Sullivan, Jenny Walton,

Nutritional Studies and Diet

Wheat bran is a concentrated source of insoluble fibre. Fibre intakes are generally lower than recommendations. This paper reviews the physiological effects of wheat bran and the health benefits it may provide in terms of the prevention of diseases such as colon and breast cancers, cardiovascular disease, obesity and gastrointestinal diseases. In recognition of the weight of evidence, the European Food Safety Authority has recently approved two health claims for wheat bran and gastrointestinal health.