Fibermaxxing: Smart Health Habit or Just Another Wellness Trend?

Is "fibermaxxing" the next big wellness trend, or is it simply an old nutrition lesson with a new name? You've probably seen the word fibermaxxing popping up online, with people adding enormous amounts of fibre to their diets in the name of better digestion, weight management, blood sugar control, and gut health. But here's the thing: the importance of dietary fibre isn't new. In this episode, we take a closer look at the science behind fibre and separate the genuinely beneficial advice from the social-media hype. We'll explore what fibre actually does in the body, the different types of fibre, its relationship with digestive health and overall health, and whether you can actually have too much of a good thing. We will also talk about how to increase your fibre intake without spending a fortune on supplements, powders, and gummies. From oats to callaloo, you may already have some excellent sources of fibre in your kitchen. ***You can find the full list of researched references and further readings below. Main Discussion Points What "fibermaxxing" actually means What science says about dietary fibre How fibre interacts with the gut microbiome Fibre, blood sugar, and type 2 diabetes Can you eat too much fibre? When fibre supplements may be useful Affordable ways to increase fibre without expensive supplements Health Myth Debunked Stay in the Know: *** Subscribe to the blog's newsletter to stay informed and enjoy additional health and wellness topics. Things you can do right now to improve your health Related/Helpful Episodes: Gut Health: Why It Matters! Sleepmaxxing - Optimizing Sleep Like a Hacker Is Everything Inflammation? What Science Says! The Blood Sugar Conversation Everyone Should Be Having Eating Like You Care, Even When You Are Busy Salt, Sugar and Fat - What's Really the Problem? The Truth About Mangoes Resources/Freebies: 1. Helpful Blog Posts/Videos: The Mediterranean Diet - Benefits, Foods and How to Follow It Longevity Habits from the World’s Blue Zones Let's Get Nutty Are Chia Seeds Really an Omega-3 and Protein Powerhouse? Video: Let's Talk Chia Seeds 2. Almonds and Olivez Wellness Blog 3. Almonds and Olivez YouTube Channel References and Further Reading Ariyarathna P, Mizera P, Walkowiak J, Dziedzic K. Physicochemical and Functional Properties of Soluble and Insoluble Dietary Fibers in Whole Grains and Their Health Benefits. Foods. 2025 Jul 11;14(14):2447. Bakr AF, Farag MA. Soluble Dietary Fibers as An