You’ve probably heard someone say, “Paper is just wood pulp, so it’s basically roughage!” That’s almost true, but please don’t take it as a green light. Wood pulp (cellulose) is a type of insoluble fiber, which your body can’t digest.
Fun fact: Your gut bacteria can ferment a tiny bit of it, but not enough to count as a snack. Think of it like eating a pillow—it fills space, but gives you zero nutritional value. Zero.
And let’s be real: If you’re eating paper for the fiber, you’d be better off chewing on a carrot stick. Or, you know, actual vegetables.
