Because of the numerous health bene®ts of dietary
®ber, the consumption of brans from various cereal
grains is increasing. The phytic acid is associated with
brans; some brans can contain over 5% phytic acid. As
a consequence, greater consumption of phytic acid has
resulted from increased consumption of high ®bre
foods. If the consumer is eating a marginal diet in
essential minerals, the phytic acid may lead to a nutritional
de®ciency