Evidence supporting the use of: Green pea fiber
For the health condition: Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 2
Green pea fiber is a source of dietary fiber, predominantly insoluble, that has been investigated for its effects on gut health, including in patients with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). The rationale for its use is based on the general benefits of dietary fiber for bowel regularity and gut microbiota modulation. However, the evidence specifically supporting green pea fiber for IBS is limited, with most clinical research focusing on other fiber sources such as psyllium or wheat bran.
A few small studies have explored the tolerability and prebiotic effects of pea fiber in the human gut, suggesting it may promote beneficial bacterial populations and improve stool consistency. For example, a study published in Food Research International (2016) showed that pea fiber supplementation could increase fecal bulk and modulate gut microbiota in healthy adults, factors that may be helpful in some IBS subtypes. However, clinical trials specifically in IBS populations are sparse. The general consensus from systematic reviews (e.g., Ford et al., 2014, Am J Gastroenterol) is that soluble fibers (like psyllium) have the most robust evidence for improving global IBS symptoms, while insoluble fibers (such as pea fiber) may not provide the same symptom relief and can even exacerbate symptoms in some patients.
In summary, while green pea fiber is sometimes used as a dietary intervention for gut health and may have some scientific basis, direct evidence in IBS is low-quality and indirect. Its use is supported more by extrapolation from general fiber research than by robust, specific studies.
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