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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Amber Raiken

Why fibermaxxing is TikTok’s latest wellness trend

  • A new wellness trend called fibermaxxing is gaining popularity on TikTok, encouraging individuals to intentionally increase their dietary fiber intake.
  • This trend, which follows a previous focus on protein, involves incorporating more fiber-rich foods such as fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds into daily meals.
  • Social media influencers have shared recipes and personal experiences, reporting benefits such as reduced bloating, improved gut health, and alleviation of constipation.
  • Experts, including doctors from Zoe Health, support fibermaxxing, highlighting its focus on abundance and the addition of plant-based foods rather than restriction.
  • The trend addresses a significant fiber deficiency among Americans, with studies showing only five percent consume the recommended daily amount, despite fiber's crucial role in digestion, blood sugar regulation, and cholesterol reduction.

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