Which Type of Fiber Is Best for Constipation?

But beware that there is such a thing as too much fiber! Eating too much fiber at once will lead to fermentation in your gut and cause gas, bloating, and pressure. If you decide to add a fiber supplement to your diet, start slowly to get your body used to it.

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Headlines for a healthier you Stephanie Cornwell, Editorial Assistant Fiber Supplements Can Help Fight Constipation Chronic constipation is uncomfortable and often leads to bloating, gas, and painful bowel movements. Daily fiber supplements—specifically psyllium and pectin supplements—can help alleviate constipation. Know More A recent meta-analysis of 16 clinical trials found that the optimal dose of fiber supplement is at least 10 grams per day. Psyllium supplements, in particular, have long been known to help with constipation. They contain mostly soluble fiber, which absorbs moisture and makes the stool softer and easier to pass. Feel Better There is such a thing as too much fiber! Eating too much fiber at once will lead to fermentation in your gut and cause gas, bloating, and pressure. If you decide to add a fiber supplement to your diet, start slowly to get your body used to it. READ MORE What Else Should You Know Can Household Disinfectants Kill Monkeypox? Though monkeypox is usually spread through skin-to-skin contact, it can live on clothing, linens, and surfaces for weeks. To disinfect clothing and linens, use hot water and detergent. Household cleaners like Lysol and Clorox can kill the virus on surfaces. Always wear gloves and wash your hands before and after handling contaminated items. READ NOW Is Intermittent Fasting Right for You? Intermittent fasting is a popular eating pattern based on when you eat, not what or how much you eat. This varies from fasting for a certain number of hours per day or alternating between days of eating and days of fasting. Studies have shown that intermittent fasting can help manage weight, reduce blood pressure, and lower cholesterol, but research on its long-term effect is limited. READ NOW In Other News In Defense of Daydreaming. The New York Times New Work Anxiety: Will I Be Penalized For Working From Home? NPR More From Verywell Foods for Constipation READ MORE How to Get Tested for Monkeypox READ MORE Could Cutting Calories Strengthen the Immune System? READ MORE Unsubscribe This email was sent to jokesbyemail@gmail.com  |  Was this email forwarded to you? Subscribe here A DOTDASH MEREDITH BRAND 28 Liberty Street, 7th Floor, New York, NY, 10005 ©2022. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy  |  Terms of Service