Study Identifies Fiber In Common Cereals That Aids Weight Loss

After analyzing fibers like pectin, wheat dextrin, starch, and cellulose, the researchers found that only beta-glucan led to significant reductions in body weight and fat, along with enhanced glucose regulation. (Credit: Image by kamranAydinov on Freepik)

Can losing weight be as simple as eating a morning bowl of oats? According to a new study, the answer might be yes. Researchers have identified the type of fiber commonly found in oats and barley that shows significant potential for weight loss.

The latest study published in the Journal of Nutrition discovered that beta-glucan, a type of fiber found in many foods, including oats, barley, sorghum, maize, mushrooms, seaweeds, and yeasts can reduce body weight and obesity.