Evidence supporting the use of: Fiber (unspecified)
For the health condition: Crohn's Disease
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 2
Dietary fiber has been studied in relation to Crohn's disease, but the evidence supporting its use is limited and nuanced. Fiber may help regulate bowel movements and support gut health in the general population, and some types of fiber (such as soluble fiber) can act as prebiotics, promoting beneficial gut bacteria. However, in Crohn's disease—especially during active flares—high fiber intake is often not recommended due to the risk of bowel obstruction, particularly if there are strictures present. Some observational studies and small clinical trials suggest that certain fibers (e.g., psyllium, inulin) may have modest benefits in maintaining remission or improving symptoms in Crohn’s disease, but results are inconsistent and depend on disease activity and fiber type. Major clinical guidelines generally advise individualized fiber recommendations, noting that some patients tolerate fiber well, especially when the disease is in remission, while others do not. There is no robust, high-quality evidence that dietary fiber universally supports remission or treatment of Crohn’s disease, and recommendations are made with caution. Thus, while scientific exploration exists, the overall evidence base is weak (rated 2/5), and fiber use should be tailored to the patient's condition and tolerance, ideally under medical supervision.
Other ingredients used for Crohn's Disease
Aloe veraanthocyanins
bacillus coagulans
Bifidobacterium bifidum
Bifidobacterium breve
Bifidobacterium infantis
Bifidobacterium lactis
Bifidobacterium longum
butyrate triglyceride
turmeric
curcumin
fiber blend (proprietary)
fructooligosaccharides (FOS)
ginger
green tea
inulin
lactiplantibacillus plantarum
Lactobacillus reuteri
Lactococcus lactis
Lactoferrin
licorice root
N-acetyl-cysteine (NAC)
phytocannabinoids
pomegranate
prebiotic blend (proprietary)
butyric acid
psyllium
quercetin
resveratrol
Saccharomyces boulardii
specialized pro-resolving mediators (SPMs)
tributyrin
Triphala
vitamin D
Zinc
trace minerals
Bifidobacterium
Bifidobacterium adolescentis
Boswellic Acid
bael
Boswellia
bacteria
Bifidobacteria
Curcuminoid
Curcuma
cannabidiol
Clostridium butyricum
cannabigerol
fiber
Kefir
Lactobacillus plantarum
L. lactis
lipids
Other health conditions supported by Fiber (unspecified)
Abdominal PainAcid Indigestion
Anal Fistula or Fissure
Blood in Stool
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Cancer (prevention)
Cancer Treatment (reducing side effects)
Cardiovascular Disease
Cholesterol (high)
Colitis
Colon (atonic)
Constipation (adults)
Constipation (children)
Crohn's Disease
Diabetes
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Diverticulitis
Fatty Liver Disease
Gall Bladder (sluggish or removed)
Gas and Bloating
Gastritis
Hemorrhoids
Hypertension
Inflammation
Inflammatory Bowel Disorders
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Kidney Stones
Leaky Gut Syndrome
Metabolic Syndrome
Pancreatitis
Prolapsed Colon
Sugar Cravings
Triglycerides (high)
Ulcers