Soluble and Insoluble Fiber?

Nikki Salo · Grand Prix

Soluble and Insoluble Fiber?

Barbara F · Grand Prix

Hi Nikki, the doctor was just talking with me about this, but of course now I forget everything! The bottom line is that we need both! LOL!

They are very good for your cholesterol and they help create bulk to keep your bowels running smoothly.

Nikki Salo · Grand Prix

So in short, I'm not getting ripped off by my cereal's fiber content being 13% insoluble. I was thinking "unusable" fiber, this is a rip off lol

NaturallyUnbridled · Well Schooled

Insoluble fiber is the stuff that keeps you "going". It's roughage. You need it. Soluble fiber is digested, sort of like a starch would be. I hope that helps! Let me know if you want more clarification.

Barbara F · Grand Prix

"NU" I thought the soluble stuff also kept you going, but was more gelatinous, like Metamucil.

Is that right?

What a topic!!! :)

NaturallyUnbridled · Well Schooled

Both will have some effect but the insoluble stuff provides the bulk. $725 MILLION per year are spent on laxatives (in the U.S.) - so it's probably good that we're having this conversation. Fiber is your friend! :)