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.
Some common sleep disorders are insomnia, jet lag, sleepwalking, snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. And, it could be that you have intolerance to gluten. Gluten is a type of protein compound in certain cereal grains â primarily wheat, barley, and rye â the basis of breads, baked goods, and pasta.These are foods that are helpful in getting good sleep. was on a cpap machine for several years and then got diagnosed with Celiac disease. After about a year and a half I was able to get off the cpap machine and am stronger now in my 50s than when I was in my 30s. Also my astma is gone and my arthritic knees only flare up if I accidently get in contact with Gluten.