“Moderation In All Things” Applies To Fiber Consumption Too

While almost all fiber is generally good for health in most people, not all fiber affects the body in the same way.

Certain medical conditions might preclude consuming certain types of fiber. For example, some people can be particularly sensitive to one class of fiber called FODMAPs – Fermentable Oligosaccharides, Disaccharides, Monosaccharides And Polyols – that are more readily fermented in the upper part of the gut and can contribute to symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome like bloating and diarrhea.