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Fibermaxxing Trend

<p><strong>Fiber</strong>. It&#x27;s been around for as long as we know; we&#x27;ve heard that it&#x27;s important for health, but do we actually get enough of it? More likely than not, we don&#x27;t. Thanks to the latest <strong>Fibermaxxing</strong> trend, we&#x27;re being reminded of how important this is for long-term health. With over 150 million+ TikTok views about Fibermaxxing, this topic is getting a lot of airtime, and people have started to become more aware and mindful of their fiber intake. The question is not whether fiber is good for you, because it is, but when does a trend such as this become bad? </p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1786426461837Fibermaxxing Trend.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Fibermaxxing</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>What is fiber and why is it good for you?</strong></div><p>Simply put, fiber is the part in food that does not digest or break down. There&#x27;s soluble and insoluble, and the main difference is that soluble fiber dissolves in water, and insoluble does not. Our bodies need both kinds daily, as they both have different functions. Soluble fiber helps lower blood sugar and cholesterol. Because insoluble fiber does not break down, it helps move food through our digestive tract and prevents unwanted disorders such as constipation. It can also help lower bad cholesterol for heart health, and helps steady blood sugar for fewer spikes.</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1786427884163Beans Fiber.jpg" style="width:700px;display:block;height:auto" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Beans are very high in fiber content</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>How much fiber does an adult need?</strong></div><p>Women adults are typically recommended to get at least <strong>25 grams</strong> of fiber per day, while male adults need around <strong>38 grams</strong>. Senior citizens need a little bit less, at 21 grams for women and 30 grams for men, but it&#x27;s still ideal to get enough of one&#x27;s daily needs.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>What kind of fiber do we really need?</strong></div><p>We&#x27;re pretty much familiar with our &quot;go, grow, and glow&quot; foods. The go foods are often comprised of carbohydrates such as bread, rice, pasta, oats, potatoes, and other root crops. Grow foods, on the other hand, are protein-rich foods such as chicken, beef, eggs, seafood, dairy, tofu, and beans. Last but most definitely not least are the glow foods, which include antioxidant-rich fruits, green leafy vegetables, and other colorful vegetables. Where does fiber lie in this spectrum? <strong>Fiber is found mainly in glow foods such as fruit and vegetables, and some whole grain go foods. </strong>While fiber is beneficial, not all foods are created equal. <strong></strong>Here are some amazing sources to consider adding to your diet:<strong></strong></p><ul style="list-style-type:circle"><li><strong>Fruits</strong> - Berries such as raspberries, blackberries, and strawberries, pears, apples, avocado</li><li><strong>Vegetables</strong> - Kale, broccoli, carrots, spinach, edamame, Brussels sprouts, artichokes, sweet potato</li><li><strong>Beans/Legumes</strong> - mung beans (monggo), garbanzo beans (chickpeas), black beans, green peas, red kidney beans</li><li><strong>Grains</strong> - oats, brown rice, black rice, red rice, whole wheat pasta, whole wheat bread, barley, quinoa </li><li>Other foods like chia seeds, psyllium husk supplements, popcorn, almonds</li></ul><div><br/></div><p>This is by no means an exhaustive list, so feel free to explore other foods that might be readily available to you.</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1786428813868Fibermaxxing Trend 1.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Have fun exploring the different fiber sources available to you!</span></span></span></div><div><strong>Fibermaxxing: The trend explained</strong></div><p>As with any other Gen Z trend, adding a &#x27;maxxing&#x27; to any word often means overdosing on a certain thing. It then follows that fibermaxxing is drastically increasing your fiber intake for a desired effect. Loading up on dietary fiber has many beneficial effects on our health, such as better bowel movements, possible weight loss, a better feeling of satiety, better gut health, steadier blood sugar, and lower cholesterol. The point is to add significantly more fiber to your plate at every meal to reach the daily recommended goal.</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1786430214635Fibermaxxing Trend 2.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Do fibermaxxing the right way!</span></span></span></div><div> <strong><br/></strong></div><div><strong>How to do fibermaxxing right</strong></div><p>If we&#x27;re being honest, a lot of us are really not meeting the recommended amount. But before you actually begin maxxing on fiber, here are a few points to remember:</p><p>1. Take a probiotic daily to help your gut process the amount of fiber you&#x27;re about to take in.</p><p>2. Be mindful of the amount of fiber you&#x27;re about to take. You can&#x27;t down an entire box of psyllium husk in one sitting and call that healthy. Follow instructions on the packaging and take note of the dose.</p><p>3. Drink a lot of water as you increase the amount of fiber you take. Fiber needs water to prevent bloating and feeling gassy.</p><p>4. A sudden increase in fiber can have side effects such as an upset stomach, so slowly ease in instead of shocking your system.</p><p>5. Instead of relying on pills or powders, it&#x27;s best to get your fiber from delicious whole foods.</p><div><em><br/></em></div><div><em>Editor&#x27;s Note: Consult your doctor before starting a new diet or regimen, especially if you have medical conditions.</em><strong></strong></div>

<p>Most adults don't get the recommended daily servings of fiber. Here's why this matters.</p>

Most adults don't get the recommended daily servings of fiber. Here's why this matters.

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Published August 11, 2026 02:50 PM PHT

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