Fiber is a type of carbohydrate your body can't digest. We often think of fiber as the food that relieves constipation, but fiber has other health benefits as well. The two main types of dietary fiber ...

EVERYWHERE YOU LOOK, people are telling you to get more fiber. "It keeps things moving!" and "it keeps you full!” say the TV doctors and supplement ads. And, actually, they're right. In fact, given ...

When trying to make dietary changes to live a healthier lifestyle, the options can seem overwhelming. There are a million different types of food plans that claim that by increasing or decreasing a ...

Soluble and insoluble fiber are equally important for your health and one is no better than the other for general well-being. Soluble fiber dissolves and ferments in your gut which provides important ...

Soluble and insoluble fiber are carbohydrates that your body doesn’t digest. Soluble fiber dissolves in water to form a gel-like substance. It’s especially helpful for managing blood sugars and ...

Fiber is an important part of your daily diet. That’s especially true for people living with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a gastrointestinal condition marked by stomach cramps, diarrhea, and ...

Fibre is a complex carbohydrate, which we usually get from plant-based foods. In a bid to lose weight, we often indulge in various kinds of activities, including trying and testing various kinds of ...

Fiber comes from plant-based food and passes through your system undigested. Some fiber types dissolve in water, while others do not. Both soluble and insoluble fiber are important for your health.

I received this reader question recently and thought I would share my answer with all of you: What is the difference between soluble and insoluble fiber and when should I eat each one? Great question!