Kiwifruit, prunes and more: food-first constipation options compared
Kiwifruit, prunes, rye bread and mineral-rich water have all been tested for constipation. How they compare with each other and with psyllium.
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Prebiotic myths: what labels promise vs. what studies show
Prebiotic is everywhere on food labels. Six common beliefs about prebiotics, and what the research actually shows about bacteria, bloating and dose.
Before you start a fiber supplement: a safety checklist
A few checks before your first dose of fiber can save weeks of discomfort. Red flags, medications, allergies, dosing and when to stop, in...
A day of gentle fiber: an easy routine for a sensitive gut
One realistic day of spreading fiber out, from breakfast to dinner, with a short walk and a quick check-in built in. Adapt it to...
Diverticulosis and diverticulitis: 6 myths vs. facts
You probably don't need to give up popcorn. Six common myths about diverticular disease, and what guidelines and long-term studies actually show.
Psyllium, PHGG, methylcellulose or inulin: fiber supplements compared
Not all fiber supplements do the same job. How psyllium, PHGG, methylcellulose, inulin and wheat dextrin compare for constipation, bloating and cholesterol.
Soluble corn fiber, polydextrose and other added fibers: a Q&A
High-fiber bars and drinks often get their fiber from isolated ingredients. Here's what those names mean and how well people tolerate them.
How to eat beans and lentils when your gut bloats easily
Beans don't have to mean bloating. Why legumes cause gas, and a step-by-step way to bring them back with smaller portions, rinsing, soaking and...
Resistant starch: your questions about cooked-and-cooled carbs
Cooling cooked rice and potatoes creates more resistant starch. What that means for your gut, what the studies found in women, and how to...
Overnight oats with kiwi: a gentle, fiber-rich breakfast
A five-minute, make-ahead breakfast built on two well-researched foods: oats and green kiwifruit. Includes tips to make it easier on a sensitive gut.
Partially hydrolyzed guar gum (PHGG): what the research says
PHGG is a soluble fiber studied for bloating, constipation and loose stools. What the trials found, how strong the evidence is, and where the...
Psyllium husk explained: how it works and how to start
Psyllium is one of the best-studied fibers for constipation and IBS. How it works, why it tends to cause less gas, and how to...