Fibre
Dietary fibre comes from the thick cell wall of plants. It is an indigestible complex carbohydrate. Fibre is divided into two general categories-water soluble and water insoluble.
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This supplement has been used in connection with the following health conditions:
| Used for | Amount | Why |
|---|---|---|
Diverticular Disease | 20 grams daily, plus extra fluids |  [3 stars] A fibre supplement may improve constipation related to diverticular disease. |
Type 1 Diabetes | 30 grams daily | [3 stars] Taking fibre supplements may help to stabilise your blood sugar. |
Type 2 Diabetes | Talk to your doctor | [3 stars] Taking fibre supplements may help to stabilise your blood sugar. |
Diarrhoea | Adults: 20 grams daily soluable fibre; for young children: 6.5 grams daily soya fibre |  [2 stars] While fibre from dietary or herbal sources is often useful for constipation, it may also play a role in alleviating diarrhoea. |
Obesity | 5 to 7 grams daily | [2 stars] A few trials have shown that fibre supplementation from a variety of sources accelerated weight loss in people who were following a low-calorie diet. |
Irritable Bowel Syndrome | Refer to label instructions |  [1 star] Supplementing with fibre may help you find the right balance of regularity without episodes of diarrhoea. |
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