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Bensky actually references that che qian zi notably decreases bowel

movements in those with diarrhea. Perhaps che qian zi is not

actually high in fiber like psyllium. Being members of the same genus

does not really mean much biochemically in many cases. Consider the

differences in TCM actions and biochemistry between angelica sinensis (dang

gui) and du huo (angelica pubescens) or chen pi (citrus reticulata) and

zhi shi (citrus aurantium). Also, bensky notes che qian zi is usually

prepared in decoction, in which case fiber would not be extracted when

whole seeds were used. Decoction was typical, as acute urinary inhibition

was the main symptom associated, so fluids were indicated to flush the

bladder channels.