Psyllium fiber comes from the outer coating, or husk of the psyllium plant's seeds. It is not wheat, and is therefore gluten free. The psyllium husk is a natural source of soluble fiber, similar to fiber found in grains such as oats and barley.*The amount of soluble fiber in psyllium is nearly 5X higher than that of oat bran.100 grams of psyllium = 50 grams of soluble fiber.100 grams of oat bran = 5 grams of soluble fiber.A bulk forming laxative, psyllium fiber is frequently used to treat constipation. It absorbs liquid in the intestines, swells and forms a bulky stool, which is easy to pass.00 grams of oat bran = 5 grams of soluble fiber. A bulk forming laxative, psyllium fiber is frequently used to treat constipation. It absorbs liquid in the intestines, swells and forms a bulky stool, which is easy to pass.
Starches, such as breads, cereal and pasta, provide rich amounts of carbohydrates -- your body's main dietary source of energy. Ironically, high-carb foods can also trigger sleepiness, according to Joanne Larsen, a registered dietitian and host of the online dietary question-and-answer-community Ask the Dietitian.
1 Drinking a cup can make you sleepy. 2  Oatmeal. 3  A large bowl of oatmeal may be a healthy breakfast, but it can also make you feel sleepy. 4  In addition to tryptophan and carbohydrates, oats also contain melatonin. 5  Melatonin helps to regulate sleeping patterns. 6  Almonds. A large bowl of oatmeal may be a healthy breakfast, but it can also make you feel sleepy. 2  In addition to tryptophan and carbohydrates, oats also contain melatonin. 3  Melatonin helps to regulate sleeping patterns. 4  Almonds. 5  If you are having trouble falling asleep, a handful of almonds may be your solution.