| Hi Olivia,
Many people struggle to get the recommended 30g of fibre a day. This can be particularly challenging if you have IBS as many high fibre foods also contain IBS triggers.
Luckily, we have rounded up some of our favourite fibre supplements to increase your fibre intake:
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Psyllium Husk: Known for its high soluble fibre content, it can help regulate bowel movements and improve gut health (it is the best in our opinion!) It is good for both constipation and diarrhoea.
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Inulin: A prebiotic fibre that promotes the growth of beneficial gut bacteria. One study found that 10g daily improved stool frequency.
- Partially Hydrolyzed Guar Gum (PHGG): The active ingredient in sunfiber and is made from guar beans. PHGG has been shown to improve stool consistency and frequency plus PHGG is also a prebiotic fibre increasing the beneficial Bifidobacteria.
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Remember that it can take 2-3 days for soluble fibre supplements to work and a month to see a benefit, so be patient!
Need a helping hand? Consider taking a fiber supplement, we have rounded up our favourite in this post: soluble fibre supplement |
