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Source of validity: Scientific
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A "fiber blend (proprietary)" typically refers to a mixture of different dietary fibers, which may include soluble fibers (such as psyllium, inulin, or pectin) and insoluble fibers (such as cellulose or wheat bran). The use of fiber to support or help treat colitis—particularly ulcerative colitis—is supported by a moderate degree of scientific evidence, though results are mixed and depend on the type and stage of colitis as well as the specific fiber components in the blend.

Several clinical studies and reviews suggest that certain types of dietary fiber, especially soluble fiber like psyllium, can help improve stool consistency, reduce diarrhea, and promote beneficial changes in gut microbiota in patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which includes colitis. Soluble fibers are generally better tolerated than insoluble fibers during active disease flares. A 2017 review in World Journal of Gastroenterology concluded that psyllium supplementation may induce remission and maintain gut health in ulcerative colitis patients. However, insoluble fibers are often avoided during flares due to the risk of irritation.

Proprietary fiber blends are designed to combine the benefits of different fiber types, but the efficacy for colitis depends on the specific makeup of the blend. While the use of fiber for general gut health is strongly supported, its targeted use in colitis is based on moderate scientific evidence, with benefits most pronounced during remission phases and less so during active inflammation. Personalized dietary advice from a healthcare provider is recommended.

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Vitabase Suprema Dophilus Multi Probiotic
Douglas Laboratories Ultra Protein Green