Evidence supporting the use of: Fiber Blend
For the health condition: Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 4
Fiber blends, which typically contain a mixture of soluble and insoluble fibers (such as psyllium, inulin, oat bran, and others), are scientifically validated for supporting the management of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Numerous clinical trials and meta-analyses have demonstrated that fiber—especially soluble types like psyllium—can improve IBS symptoms, including constipation, diarrhea, and overall stool consistency. The mechanism involves increasing stool bulk, normalizing bowel transit time, and supporting a healthy gut microbiome. A 2014 Cochrane review concluded that soluble fiber is effective in reducing overall IBS symptoms, whereas insoluble fiber (such as wheat bran) may not be as beneficial and can sometimes exacerbate symptoms. Guidelines from gastroenterological associations, including the American College of Gastroenterology, recommend soluble fiber supplementation as a first-line therapy for IBS, particularly for the constipation-predominant and mixed subtypes. However, individual responses can vary, and some patients may experience bloating or discomfort with certain fiber types or blends. Thus, while there is robust scientific evidence supporting the use of fiber blends (especially those rich in soluble fiber) for IBS, formulation and patient tolerance should be considered.
Other ingredients used for Irritable Bowel Syndrome
2'-Fucosyllactoseakkermansia muciniphila
aloe vera
alpha-galactosidase
alpha-pinene
amino acids
bacillus clausii
bacillus coagulans
bacillus subtilis
benegut perilla (proprietary)
beta caryophyllene
bifidobacterium bifidum
bifidobacterium breve
bifidobacterium infantis
bifidobacterium lactis
bifidobacterium longum
bilberry
bio ecolian (proprietary)
blackberry
Indian frankincense
butyrate triglyceride
chen pi
chia seed
chlorella
cinnamon
turmeric
curcumin
fennel
flaxseed
fructooligosaccharides (FOS)
fruit and vegetable blend (proprietary)
ginger
green banana
green tea
guar gum
cellulose
inulin
isomalto-oligosaccharide
l-glutamine
lactobacillus acidophilus
lactobacillus brevis
lactobacillus bulgaricus
lactobacillus casei
lactobacillus fermentum
lactobacillus gasseri
lactobacillus helveticus
lactobacillus paracasei
lactiplantibacillus plantarum
lactobacillus reuteri
lactobacillus rhamnosus
lactobacillus salivarius
lactococcus lactis
lovage
marshmallow
oat
pectin
peppermint oil
plum fruit
pomegranate
potato starch
butyric acid
psyllium
quercetin
resveratrol
saccharomyces boulardii
slippery elm bark
spearmint leaf
streptococcus thermophilus
tributyrin
vitamin D
xylooligosaccharides
zinc
hyssop
atractylodes
ferula assafoetida
anise
holarrhena antidysenterica
fumaria parviflora
chrysanthemum
senna
white oak
algae
Agastache
Asafoetida
Alexandrian senna
Agrimonia pilosa
Betony
Bifidobacterium
Bacillus indicus
Bifidobacterium adolescentis
Boswellic Acid
Bayleaf
Belleric myrobalan
Bran
Boswellia
Bacillus licheniformis
black salt
Bifidobacterium animalis
Bitter principals
Bacteria
Bifidobacteria
Bacillus
Cumin
Coriander
Citron
Cannabidiol
Clerodendrum indicum
Dragonhead
Dichrostachys glomerata
Enterococcus
Enzyme Blend
Fig
Fiber
Quince
Rhubarb
Other health conditions supported by Fiber Blend
Abdominal PainAppetite (deficient)
Cholesterol (high)
Constipation (adults)
Constipation (children)
Diabetes
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Diverticulitis
Gas and Bloating
Hemorrhoids
Hypertension
Inflammatory Bowel Disorders
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Leaky Gut Syndrome
Metabolic Syndrome
Sugar Cravings
Triglycerides (high)