• Sergio@lemmy.world
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    15 hours ago

    I read somewhere that there are actually two types of fiber, and they have different effects, but most food is only ever labelled “fiber” so idk.

    • angband@lemmy.world
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      9 hours ago

      Soluble vs. insoluble. But also fermenting vs. non-fermenting for both types. Psyllium husk powder is non-fermenting soluble fiber. Not drinking enough water with soluble fiber gives hard stools. But soluble fiber is “the good kind”. That super popular doctor recommended fiber-by-the-spoon is psyllium powder, all dressed up.

      • Delphia@lemmy.world
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        6 hours ago

        Whole psyllium husks are fun.

        I swear last time I put a bunch in my shaker I shit things I never ate.